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Welcome it's Monday. Welcome to the lineup live here on Rumble, starting in the morning, all the way through the evening. By the way, get well soon. Nick DePaolo, he was in the hospital, had a close call, but he's doing better now, so we're glad he's out. Today we're going to be talking about Women are able to do everything men can do. Except they can't. This Is the UN saying, like, ah, we need to get women doing all these jobs. We're going to walk through what that looks like in the propaganda versus, hey, how we can actually help each other out as a society. The JP Morgan scandal, you know, the Asian fish head wife does, who doesn't have cannons like the white lady at J.P. morgan. That was the actual phrase that this, what's the term, Haji, I think, is allowed made up for sexual assault. But here's the thing. Are you aware of how bad things get at a company once you reach a certain tipping point of H1BS? No one's conducted a formal study, but we have about four or five case studies. Once you get past 30% or you get Indian H1BS in positions of management, the ethnic nepotism is unbridled and you get to 90% in a period of months, in some cases years, you will cease to have American employees. Hey, how's that looking out for the United States and Iran? Look, we're at day 65. I want to ask you something. If you could go back in time, because we are going to be coming up on midterms and I hear people saying that everything is the same. If you could go back in time and, and tell yourself, look, there's going to be a conflict with Iran, it's going to last several months, it's going to cost, let's say, 30, $50 billion. There'll be some lives lost, but you're going to have net negative migration and you're going to have actually the most secure border you've had in your lifetime. You're going to have some executive orders that declare there are two everything that we've accomplished here just these last few months, really, but also a continuation of the first term of Donald Trump, would you take it or would you do away with all of it, knowing that the plan. And James Carville has talked about this, what the left wants to do is impeach Trump, lame duck him, and then they want to pack the court and they want to undo everything that has been done. That's everything as it relates to immigration, as it relates to voting regulations, as it relates to Dobbs, to Roe v. Wade, all of that. That's their plan. Undo all of it. Would you undo all of it? And if you would, then it needs to be based on truth. We're going to go through some viral posts that have been circulating and they're flat out false. They are flat out false. We'll show you the claims. We'll show you the truth, including doctored video. We are in a post truth era and I think we need to be careful with that. So we'll talk about that more. What is the. What's the. Oh, Feminist cops. Yeah. Okay. Women can do it. Enjoy this. Viewer discretion is advised. Bad girls, what you want? What you want? What you want me to do? Bad girls, bad girls, what you gonna do? You know what you gonna do when they come for you? Bad girls, bad girls, what you gonna do? What you gonna do when they come for you? Feminist Cops is filmed on location with the brave, strong women of law enforcement. All suspects are innocent until proven guilty in a court of law. 60. Bad girls, bad girls what you gonna do? What you gonna do when it's all for you? Click Rumble Premium and join now for 99 annually, or 9.99amonth, to get the entirely ad free experience and an ever expanding roster of content creators and free speech. Jesse, what happened? It's the darndest thing. I was walking across the street the

Summary

Podcast Summary: Louder with Crowder

Episode: Did Iran Just Blow Up A US Warship?!

Host: Steven Crowder
Date: May 4, 2026

Overview

In this politically charged and irreverent episode, Steven Crowder and his panel (including Devon Sala and Josh Firestein) tackle several hot-button issues: the claims about Iran sinking a U.S. warship, gender roles and workplace realities in the context of feminist narratives, the Spirit Airlines shutdown, and the controversy around H1B workers after a high-profile sexual harassment claim at JP Morgan. Crowder aims to debunk viral misinformation, vent about corporate and social absurdities, and argue for American-first policies—using his trademark combination of sarcasm, parody, and pointed social commentary.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Iran "Sinking" a U.S. Warship: Viral Misinformation and Fact-Checking

[54:10–63:56]

Main Claim Debunked: Viral video and Iranian state media claimed the Iranian Navy sunk a U.S. warship near Jask Island—a story picked up and widely believed online.
- Crowder: “People were circulating this going, see, this is a disaster... It’s not true. That video is actually from 2016, showing a decommissioned American ship sunk during exercises.” (56:47)
CENTCOM Response: The U.S. military denied any ships had been struck and clarified that current Navy operations are enforcing a blockade.
- Josh Firestein: "Iranian state media claims that Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps hit a U.S. warship with two missiles. Truth: No U.S. navy ships have been struck." (58:10)
Crowder’s Frustration with Misinformation:
- “To say that we are losing makes you Code Pink. To say that they are destroying American ships when it’s not true... makes you a propaganda mouthpiece for the Iranian regime.” (65:35)
Status of the War:
- U.S. has destroyed much of Iran's navy (90%) and air defenses (80%); oil revenues are down 72%; U.S. public mostly supports the operation's outcome but wants a swift end.

2. Gender Roles, Feminist Narratives & Workplace Statistics

[02:15–25:54]

Critique of UN "Any Job Is a Woman's Job" Campaign:
- Crowder mocks “Any job is a woman’s job” posts and juxtaposes them with workplace death statistics and physically demanding, male-dominated jobs.
  - “92% of workplace deaths in the United States are men. ...Any job is a woman’s job? Okay, then why is that the case?” (16:04)
Workplace Realities:
- Offers support for traditional roles, arguing that men and women generally self-select into different jobs due to interests and strengths.
- Showcases hazardous jobs (oil rig workers, plumbers, miners, sailors) and the disproportionately male workforce in those roles.
  - “The wage gap is not a thing. You now have it explained. Not all jobs are women's jobs. It's that simple.” (25:45)
Notable Exchange:
- Jokes and sarcasm are used liberally, e.g., “Any job is a woman's job. Especially a hijab.” (15:01, Josh Firestein).
Crowder’s Position:
- “Find yourself a man who goes, ‘Of course not’ [when asked if women can do everything men can do]. ...Because you’re not able to find that, that’s a better starting off point.” (26:49)

3. H1B Visa Controversy and JP Morgan Scandal

[38:00–53:28]

Case Overview:
- Crowder reviews the scandal where an Indian American employee at JP Morgan filed (and quickly withdrew) a sexual harassment suit against a female boss, making wild, groundless claims.
  - “You thought it’d be Dalsam. He’s not stretching. So, 35 years old, comes from a pretty wealthy family... since 2014, he has had at least eight employers. That’s not great.” (40:24)
  - “He originally alleged that this JP Morgan executive had called him, quote, her little brown boy, her little Arab boy toy.” (41:12)
Critique of H1B System:
- Crowder argues the U.S. is flooded with unqualified or nepotistic H1B hires, undermining American workers.
  - “It's one where you can definitely say the Democrat Party, the Republican Party, they're basically one and the same. No one is doing enough about this." (44:34)
- Provides case studies (Disney, SoCal Edison) where American workers were forced to train foreign replacements.
  - “Walt Disney. 250 IT workers were replaced by foreign Indian workers in 90 days... Southern California Edison, 400–500 IT workers replaced in eight months.” (46:14)
- Accuses Indian H1B communities of “ethnic nepotism” making it hard for Americans (especially minorities) to keep or get jobs.
  - “If you get to the point where there’s a certain percentage [of H1Bs], …they will force out white Americans because you are a white American." (45:16)
Prescription:
- “No more H1BS. Not reform. Scrap it. That’s where we are.” (53:27)

4. Spirit Airlines Shuts Down

[30:00–37:42]

Announcement & Reaction:
- Crowder and crew mock Spirit’s low standards, bad service, and customer brawls.
  - “Spirit airline. Let me. …they’re ending operations.” (29:59)
- Discusses the blocked JetBlue merger; defends letting companies merge or die without bailouts.
  - “I don’t think any of these airlines should be bailed out. And I think they should be allowed to merge. Yes, of course.” (32:19)
- “It is hell in the sky. And by the way, they are now selling their old equipment to Greyhound.” (33:06)
Airline Industry Rant:
- Jokes about the type of passengers Spirit attracts and the consequences for other airlines.
- Suggests dress codes and bans for unruly passengers:
  - “If you start a fight in an airport, you’re gone. You’re banned for life.” (36:15)

5. Reflections on Geopolitics, Europe, and U.S. Alliances

[67:57–71:13]

Restructuring International Partnerships:
- Crowder critiques European nations for failing to help in international crises despite recognizing threats (specifically, Iran).
  - “These European nations have said, well, Iran is a threat. …We’re just not going to do it.” (67:57)
- Points to U.S. troop withdrawals from Germany as a consequence of weak European support.
  - “May 1, the United States pulled 5,000 troops from Germany for exactly this reason.” (68:29)
Final Word:
- “My problem is not with disagreements or different approaches. My problem is with the lie.” (69:53)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Steven Crowder on Fake News & Virality:
“People were circulating this... It’s not true. That video is actually from 2016, showing a decommissioned American ship sunk during exercises.” (56:47)
Crowder on Wartime Benchmarks:
“Can you please define for me what a forever war is? ...We're at day 65. Is a one year war a forever war? …If four days is a forever war, is that your parameter?” (58:01–59:33)
Devon Sala's Observations on Gender & Work:
“Apparently, it’s kind for everybody just to get rid of President Trump. I guess I’m saying that nicely...” (12:04)
(sarcastically referencing the pinata incident.)
Crowder Riffing on Indian H1B Workers:
“How did this guy get this job? He can’t write English. Just basic English. He can’t spell. He wasn’t able to cover his tracks.” (43:44)
Josh Firestein on Airline Dress Codes:
“I don’t know if you’ve been to an airport recently. But they just fly nude. Basically, yeah. There’s just butt cheeks all through the terminal...” (37:02)

Timestamps for Major Segments

| Segment | Time (MM:SS–MM:SS) | |---------------------------------------|------------------------| | Introduction & Teaser Topics | 02:15–07:16 | | Gender Roles & "Any Job" Discussion | 13:28–25:54 | | Spirit Airlines Shutdown & Industry | 30:00–37:42 | | H1B Scandal & JP Morgan | 38:00–53:28 | | Iran War Claims & Fact-Checking | 54:10–63:56 | | US/Europe Geopolitical Commentary | 67:57–71:13 |

Tone & Style

Irreverently Conservative:
- Crowder’s signature blend of sarcasm, parody (including musical numbers and fake commercials), and rapid-fire takedowns sets an informal, mocking tone.
Fact-Check Focused:
- Despite the snark, Crowder repeatedly insists on “balls and strikes”—demanding evidence and pushing back on viral disinformation.
Panel Banter:
- Regular back-and-forth with co-hosts, allowing for comic relief and smooth pivoting between serious commentary and biting satire.

Summary for Non-Listeners

In this episode, Crowder dissociates viral hysteria about Iran supposedly sinking a U.S. warship by presenting evidence to the contrary, lampoons both leftist and corporate talking points surrounding gender and workplace statistics, and attacks the structure and outcomes of the H1B worker system, especially as it relates to job loss for Americans. Discussions of the Spirit Airlines collapse and broader geopolitical alliances round out a dense but briskly paced session, interspersed with jokes and trademark irreverence—but always anchored by a call for fact-based discussion and skepticism toward both mainstream and viral narratives.

If you want a fiery, opinionated, and at times outrageous conservative take on the week's controversies—with plenty of fact-checking and lampooning thrown in—this episode covers all the bases.