This Is America With Rich Valdes Podcast

On Friday, Rich updates us on breaking news that the DOJ is criminally investigating and will subpoena Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz for obstructing ICE enforcement operations. Then, a flashback to Jeff Smulyan's advice on business and life as the radio station he started (HOT 97 FM) gets a new morning show host. Plus, a look at some wild and felonious stories.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Thursday, Rich looks at the visit of the Foreign Minister of Denmark to meet with VP Vance and Sec. Rubio to discuss the US's desire to acquire Greenland. Then, we go back on this Throwback Thursday segment to parents outraged over public school teachers teaching and concealing that their kids are being taught to become transgender. Plus, on the mental health front, we dig into a file tape of Dr. Drew Pinsky explaining the root cause of incest - Genetic Sexual Attraction or GSA.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Wednesday, Rich reacts to President Trump's statement that Iran will not kill any further protesters; will the US move to overpower Iran? Then, 'Open Phones Across America,' callers chime in on the late-night national town hall conversation. Plus, a long-shot candidate for governor in Florida has an interesting idea - putting a sin tax on OnlyFans video creators because the platform is known for offering subscriptions for pornography and other content. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Tuesday, Rich reacts to President Clinton evading a Congressional subpoena. Then, thousands are dead in Iran; will the Shah's son topple the Supreme Leader, the Ayatollah, and the Mullahs and prevent any more killing of protesters seeking freedom? Later, the Secret Service fails to protect Veep JD Vance again; this time, one Agent sold him out to a woman with a hidden camera. Plus, the SCOTUS heard oral arguments on State laws regarding men competing in women's sports and how that's defined under the Equal Protection Clause of the Constitution, and the food pyramid has been updated by the Secretary. RFK Jr. and the FDA.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Monday, Rich breaks down ideology-driven identities with some help from an AI-enhanced George Carlin clip. Then he slowly dissects the anatomy of a bias or fake news in media with a CBS News clip while musing on Nikki Glaser's joke, calling CBS News "See BS News" on the Golden Globes award Show. Later, a look at how communism infiltrates what the Constitution protects - namely, our right to speak about politics and religion.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com 

On Friday, Rich discusses the United Arab Emirates (UAE) tensions with the Muslim Brotherhood, resulting in a ban on funding for UAE students attending universities in the United Kingdom (UK). Then, Psychotherapist and author Jill Robin Payne weighs in on adult children who choose to be estranged from their families. Plus, move over, artificial intelligence, listen to what thieves are now doing with basic antennas. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Thursday, Rich breaks down self-defense and why cops shoot people who are trying to kill them by running them over with SUVs. Then, Venezuelans have a right to self-determination; a look at how Venezuelans really feel about being rescued by Trump and the Americans. Later, a satirical look at current events, compliments of AI videos on social media.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Wednesday, Rich unpacks the hit-and-run of a federal police officer in Minneapolis, MN, resulting in an ICE officer using deadly force when the car was weaponized to run him over. Then, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth briefs Congress on the plan in Venezuela and rips CNN afterwards. Plus, listener calls and discussion on Romeo Santos and Prince Royce's recent New York Times interview and backlash. Afterward, Gabriel Boxer calls the show with the latest on the Mamdani administration eliminating the newly-created NYC office of anti-semitism.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Tuesday, Rich reacts to Mayor Mamdani's new Tenant Czar, Cea Weaver's wildly communist statements that home ownership is akin to white supremacy and how private property should be viewed as "shared equity" for the "collective good." Then, New York City Councilman Fran Morano weighs in on Mamdani and his cabinet picks. Plus, President Trump says midterms must be won to avoid impeachment. Afterward, Generation Z is ditching alcohol, here's why. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Monday, Rich updates us on Narco-trafficker Nicolas Maduro's arraignment in court and the media fallout. Then, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz has quit his re-election campaign, likely because of all the fraud that has occurred on his watch. Plus, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani was sworn in last week, and Curtis Sliwa joins us to react.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Friday night, going into Saturday morning, Rich reacts to the arrest of narco-terrorist and illegitimate dictator Nicolás Maduro and his wife in Caracas, Venezuela—ordered by President Trump and executed by U.S. military forces. Hours before the strike, retired U.S. Air Force General Blaine Holt joined the show and predicted it was imminent, while Rich Valdés forecasted Maduro wouldn't leave voluntarily, as he only respects force. Then, there's turmoil in Tehran; will the clandestine forces help the Iranian people topple the regime? Plus, Minnesota Fraud daycare goes back decades. Later, New York City Mayor Mamdani is sworn in. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Tuesday, Rich reflects on his interview with actor Charlie Sheen. But first the price of silver is soaring, and China has placed export controls on it afetr the ICBC lease to JP Morgan Chase; will silver surpass $80 an ounce, $100? Then, who ages better, men or women? Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Monday, Rich weighs in on rapper and hip hop recording artist Nikki Minaj at Charlie Kirk's America Fest. Then, activist Kevin Smith from Loud Majority calls in. Plus, RFK Jr and  Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) say Lyme disease might be a military bioweapon. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Friday, Rich discussed President Trump's prescription drug price drops. Then, former First Lady Michelle Obama was on late-night television; is he flirting with running for president despite being coy about it? Plus, a look at the role of parents in their kids' future relationships and whether or not cutting people off solves the root problem in family disputes.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Wednesday, Rich discusses President Trump's primetime main event. Then, Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro reacts to the US blockade of Venezuela's oil ship. Plus, January 6th political prisoner and activist Jake Lang joins to share about his march against Muslim radicals in Michigan and Texas. Later, see which countries made the list for being the least monogamous.Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Thursday, Rich reacts to the breaking news that the Brown University Shooter was found dead. Then, the House passes a ban on transgener surgeries on minors. Will the Senate pass it so the president can sign it into law? U.S. Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services Jim O'Neill and Secretary Bobby Kennedy (RFK Jr.) weigh in with new policies. Later, what will a tokenized dollar economy look like? Plus, Rich takes calls from listeners across America. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Tuesday, Rich reacts to the two soldiers and an interpreter who were murdered in an ambush in Syria. Then, the Trump Administration sank three more dug boats, killing all 8 narco-terrorists on board, further escalating tensions with the Venezuelan communist narco-dictator Nicolas Maduro. Plus, the Trump savings accounts for every child in America get some billionaire backing from Michael Dell. Subscribe to "This is America with Rich Valdés" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com

On Monday, Rich breaks down the heinous Hanukkah horror of the 16 Jews massacred at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia. Then, a manhunt is ongoing after the deadly shooting of two students at Brown University. Plus, actor and producer Rob Reiner, who played "Meat Head" on "All in the Family," was sadly murdered along with his wife by their deranged son, and their bodies were discovered by their daughter. Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This is America" and follow @RichValdes on social media for real-time updates.RichValdes.com

On Friday, Rich opens the show discussing a furtive alligator in Florida. Then, a flashback Friday look at a previous show on the FALN and other firebombing violent tactics used by communists. Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This is America" and follow @RichValdes on social media for real-time updates.RichValdes.com

Special bonus episode: This Throwback Thursday Timeless classic, featuring a 2022 interview Rich did with Kash Patel regarding his new book, is brought to you by the Festiva TV channel, available on Roku TV.Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This is America" and follow @RichValdes on social media.RichValdes.com