Louder with Crowder – Episode Summary

Episode Title: Minnesota ICE Riots Reach Tipping Point – And The Group Pushing It Is Exactly Who You Expect
Air Date: January 12, 2026
Host: Steven Crowder with co-hosts Gerald, Morgan, and various guest commentators

Overview

In this episode, Steven Crowder and his team tackle two major topics: the escalating protests (and riots) in Iran and Minnesota. The discussion centers on contrasting the genuine, life-risking activism of Iranian protesters seeking to overthrow their theocratic regime with the perceived privileged outrage of American liberal activists, particularly in Minnesota after an ICE shooting. Crowder also explores the media narratives, political responses, and broader geopolitical implications, riffing with his signature irreverence and political incorrectness.

The show further critiques the seeming hypocrisy of Western activists, discusses the potential invocation of the Insurrection Act, and dissects the integrity of "trad con" (traditional conservative) female public figures.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Iranian Protests: Not a Foreign-Backed Psyop

(14:28 – 42:58)

• Crowder’s Framing: Crowder argues that the ongoing Iranian protests are organic and long-standing, not merely Western or Israeli “psyops” as claimed by some corners of the left and right.
• Historical Context: Iran is described as a historically non-Muslim, highly educated, secular, and culturally distinct (Persian, not Arab) nation, whose people have been under the thumb of an illegitimate theocracy since 1979.
• Protest Escalation: Crowder highlights the brutality of the regime—public executions, suppression of dissent, blackout of communications, and thousands likely dead.
• US Role: The Trump administration’s support is cited as giving Iranian protesters hope—Trump’s “backstop” rhetoric is described as motivational and materially important.
• Geopolitical Stakes: The show links regime change in Iran to major strategic benefits: declining support for global terrorism, weakening China and Russia’s oil supply, and stabilizing the region.
• Media Silence: Guests and protesters interviewed express frustration over Western feminist and mainstream media silence on the Iranian women’s struggle.

Notable Quotes:

• "The Iranian people... want this regime out. We want our freedom back. We want a democracy."
  — Iranian Protester (22:04)
• "Trump is a man of his word... He stays for what's right. ...We have seen a complete blackout in Iran... so they're doing mass massacre in Iran."
  — Iranian Protester (32:03)
• "The only reason Iran is not a more formidable foe is because they don’t have the ability. But if you take China or Russia and add on top of that 'death to America'... I think you'd take it quite seriously."
  — Steven Crowder (27:47)

Timestamps:

• Explaining the uniqueness and secularism of Iran: (13:30–15:00)
• Trump’s Air Force One statement: (15:38–17:14)
• On Western claims of Israel/Jewish manipulation: (21:59–22:58)
• Iranian protester interviews: (22:01–24:30), (32:03–33:40)
• On media and feminist silence: (38:31–40:22)

2. Minnesota ICE Shooting and Protests

(43:51 – 60:20)

• Narrative Discrepancies: Crowder criticizes mainstream and left-wing framing of the Renee Good shooting as an innocent mom killed by overzealous police, arguing she was a repeat protest leader actively resisting law enforcement, not a bystander.
• Footage Review: The team reviews new footage, showing her blocking officers for extended periods and ultimately ramming an officer—contradicting claims of innocence.
• Law Enforcement Defense: The legality of police action is defended, with mockery directed at the shifting narrative and political leaders like Mayor Jacob Frey downplaying the officer’s injuries.
• Protest Dynamics and White Liberal Women: Crowder repeatedly drives home the claim that white liberal women, out of boredom and privilege, lead irrational activism in the US—contrasting it unfavorably with the risks taken by Iranian demonstrators.
• Moral Framing: The segment draws a sharp moral line between ICE agents and the criminality of illegal aliens often being protected, highlighting severe crimes committed by those targeted by ICE.
• Invoking the Insurrection Act: The hosts argue it’s time for federal action, framing the violence and lawlessness as necessitating stronger federal intervention.

Notable Quotes:

• "What kind of a country do you want to live in where people can impede, assault, act unlawfully, disturb the peace and just get away with it and later on get a citation?"
  — Steven Crowder (51:24)
• "Has there ever been a group more privileged than white women in the 21st century?"
  — Steven Crowder (45:22)
• "I do believe we should invoke the Insurrection Act."
  — Steven Crowder (59:24)

Timestamps:

• Review of Renee Good protest footage: (50:00–51:24)
• On legal and moral rights of officers: (52:14–54:20)
• White liberal women protest dynamics: (44:57–45:41), (58:00–58:29)
• Insurrection Act rationale: (59:24–end)

3. Feminism, “Trad Con” Commentators & Media Hypocrisy

(8:05–11:29; 38:31–40:22)

• Distrust of Female Conservative Commentators: Crowder expresses skepticism about conservative women in the public sphere, specifically referencing Ashley Sinclair and her dispute with Elon Musk.
• Media and Activism Double Standards: The hosts point out the perceived lack of solidarity from Western feminists for Iranian women; assert that “real” oppression is disregarded when it doesn’t fit a political narrative.

Notable Quotes:

• "Do we want more female talking heads or do we want more moms?"
  — Steven Crowder (10:19)
• "You would think ... American feminists would be showing support for the ladies of Iran, right? But why do you think you're not seeing that support?"
  — Steven Crowder (38:45)

4. Interlude Moments and Memorable Spats

(Sprinkled throughout, notably: 03:12–04:47, 05:31–07:40, 56:05–56:41)

• Fun riffing about salt and vinegar chips, kids’ hockey fights, and poking fun at each other sets the conversational, irreverent tone.
• The team mocks both the empty slogans and self-important attitudes of certain protest groups.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Iranian Protests:
  "I think, excuse my language, that's bullshit. That's absolute bullshit. All these people ... are getting killed. The regime is basically opening fire at them right now, and they're not stopping. ...We want our freedom back. We want a democracy."
  — Iranian Protester (22:02–22:41)

• On Activism in America:
  "Has there ever been a group more privileged than white women in the 21st century?"
  — Steven Crowder (45:22)

• On Law Enforcement:
  "Officers have no right to shoot you. That's actually not true. Sometimes they do."
  — Steven Crowder (51:24)

• On Feminists and Double Standards:
  "You would think that ... American feminists would be showing support for the ladies of Iran. ...But why do you think you're not seeing that support...?"
  — Steven Crowder (38:45)

Major Segments and Timestamps

| Segment | Time | |-------------------------------------------|-------------| | Iran Protest Coverage & Analysis | 13:30–42:58 | | Trump’s Response and Iranian Protesters | 15:38–24:30 | | Debunking “Psyop” Claims | 21:59–22:58 | | Media/Feminist Hypocrisy Discussion | 38:31–40:22 | | Minnesota ICE Shooting & Protests | 43:51–60:20 | | Protest Footage Breakdown | 50:00–51:24 | | Legal Rights of Police | 52:14–54:20 | | On Invoking the Insurrection Act | 59:24–end |

Tone & Style

The tone is brash, sarcastic, and unapologetically right-wing. Crowder and his team blend political analysis with dark humor, mockery of opponents, and pointed questions about media and activist motives. The language is combative, emotionally charged, and intentionally provocative.

Conclusion

This episode of Louder with Crowder offers a blend of on-the-ground reporting, hard-edged opinions, and heated social critique. Core themes include skepticism toward media narratives, defense of law enforcement, support for regime change in Iran, and a critical eye toward Western activism. Crowder positions himself and his audience as defenders of reality in the face of what he sees as progressive delusion and media hypocrisy. The discussion ends with an emphatic call for stronger law-and-order measures at home.

For listeners seeking a blunt, confrontational perspective on current events with colorful asides and adversarial banter, this episode encapsulates Crowder’s style and ideological stance.