Podcast Summary: Louder with Crowder – "Trump: America First Champion or Neocon Warmonger?"
Release Date: March 17, 2025
Host: Steven Crowder
Guests: Kat Morgan, Gerald, Josh Firestein
Platform Shift: Transitioning from YouTube to Rumble
1. Transition from YouTube to Rumble
Steven Crowder opens the episode by announcing a significant platform shift from YouTube to Rumble. He critiques YouTube's policies, suggesting they hinder truthful discourse.
[00:00] Steven Crowder: "We've always wanted to reach as many people as possible, but YouTube has gotten so bad that you can't even tell the truth."
Kat Morgan supports this move, emphasizing the need for alternative platforms that uphold free speech.
[01:40] Kat Morgan: "Steven Crowder, by the way, this is why he's on Rumble, not on YouTube."
Crowder further explains the exclusivity of Rumble, urging viewers to join and follow the new lineup.
[02:25] Steven Crowder: "March 24th is D Day. The lineup is coming. So hold on to your butts because people will be remembering this for years to come."
2. Declining Approval Ratings for the Democratic Party
The conversation shifts to recent polling data highlighting a steep decline in the Democratic Party's approval ratings.
Steven Crowder references a CNN poll indicating the Democrats' favorable view has plummeted to a record low.
[14:41] Gerald: "A brand new exclusive CNN poll that paints a brutal reality for Democrats as they struggle to mount a unified opposition to President Trump. Americans favorable views of the Democratic Party brand are at a record low, just 29%."
Crowder underscores the significance of these numbers, comparing them to historical data.
[15:12] Steven Crowder: "Another NBC poll shows all time low approval for Democrats. 27% approve with only 7% strongly approving."
3. Rising American Optimism
Contrasting the Democratic decline, Crowder cites an Axios report revealing a surge in American optimism.
[16:10] Steven Crowder: "66% of Americans support deporting illegals. Remember, we were told that could never happen."
This optimism is attributed to policies that prioritize American interests and reduce government waste.
4. The Left's Unpopularity and Agenda
Kat Morgan and Crowder discuss the left's increasing unpopularity, particularly regarding social issues.
[18:21] Steven Crowder: "The left is very unpopular. It's not just inflation. We're going to talk about this as it relates to the Houthi."
They critique leftist policies on gender-affirming healthcare and immigration, portraying them as antagonistic to American values.
[19:15] Steven Crowder: "Like students, like parents, would raise these issues. And it is important that we train and we understand."
5. President Trump's Foreign Policy Actions
A significant portion of the discussion centers on Trump's recent military actions against terrorist groups.
Crowder highlights the precision airstrike that killed the ISIS Chief, Abu Khadija.
[36:50] Steven Crowder: "President Trump killed the ISIS Chief, Abu Khadija. He was in charge of operations, logistics, global planning and finance."
Kat Morgan praises this move, framing it as a decisive action protecting American interests.
[37:15] Steven Crowder: "President Trump was wearing this while he annihilated the ISIS leader."
Further, Crowder announces Trump's order for military action against the Houthi terrorists in Yemen, emphasizing the immediate and forceful response.
[38:59] Steven Crowder: "Today I have ordered the United States military to launch decisive and powerful military action against the Houthi terrorists in Yemen."
Tim Pool, a guest on the show, reinforces the necessity of these actions to safeguard global shipping and American lives.
[39:19] Tim Pool: "We are not going to have these guys, these people with weapons, able to tell us where our ships can go."
6. Immigration and the Alien Enemies Act of 1798
The podcast delves into Trump's invocation of the Alien Enemies Act to deport violent gang members from Venezuela.
Crowder criticizes the federal judiciary's interference in executive actions, portraying it as overreach.
[54:14] Gerald: "President Trump has invoked a wartime law known as the enemies act of 1798 to help speed up mass deportations in our country."
He contends that these deportations are essential for national security and contrasts them with the left's reluctance to take similar actions.
[55:09] Steven Crowder: "The fact that he bragged to like 19 people in his neighborhood and showed them documented proof like this, the picture. I kill him, put his head on a turtle. Right. That's cool."
7. Overall Criticism of the Left
Throughout the episode, Crowder and his guests articulate a consistent criticism of the left, labeling them as anti-American and attributing the Democratic Party's unpopularity to their policies.
[23:55] Gerald: "Trump warning while discussing the economy that there would be a, quote, bloodbath if he is not reelected in November."
[49:05] Steven Crowder: "All references available link in the description the Alien enemies Act of 1789 is still relevant and should be applied here."
They argue that the left's focus on social issues like gender identity and immigration detracts from addressing the needs of the American worker and taxpayer.
[26:57] Steven Crowder: "If you don't know, that's the right answer. That is the right."
8. Conclusion: A Bright Future for America
Crowder wraps up the discussion by reiterating his optimism for America's future, attributing it to policies that prioritize national interests and reduce governmental overreach.
[56:14] Steven Crowder: "So you have to ask yourself why. And once you do, that's what explains these latest poll numbers and approval ratings. The future looks bright for the United States."
He encourages listeners to continue supporting the show on Rumble, emphasizing the importance of alternative platforms in maintaining free speech.
[35:18] Kat Morgan: "Download the Rumble app and make sure you follow us."
Notable Quotes with Timestamps
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[00:00] "We've always wanted to reach as many people as possible, but YouTube has gotten so bad that you can't even tell the truth." – Steven Crowder
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[14:41] "Americans favorable views of the Democratic Party brand are at a record low, just 29%." – Gerald
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[18:21] "The left is very unpopular. It's not just inflation." – Steven Crowder
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[36:50] "President Trump killed the ISIS Chief, Abu Khadija." – Steven Crowder
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[38:59] "I have ordered the United States military to launch decisive and powerful military action against the Houthi terrorists in Yemen." – Steven Crowder
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[54:14] "President Trump has invoked a wartime law known as the enemies act of 1798 to help speed up mass deportations in our country." – Gerald
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[56:14] "The future looks bright for the United States." – Steven Crowder
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[35:18] "Download the Rumble app and make sure you follow us." – Kat Morgan
Key Takeaways
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Platform Shift: The move from YouTube to Rumble is presented as a strategic decision to circumvent perceived censorship and reach a broader audience.
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Democratic Decline: Recent polls indicate a significant drop in Democratic approval, attributed to unpopular policies and shifting public sentiment.
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Trump's Foreign Policy: Crowder lauds Trump's aggressive actions against terrorist groups, positioning them as defender of American interests.
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Immigration Policies: The use of the Alien Enemies Act to deport violent gang members is defended as a necessary measure for national security.
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Critique of the Left: The left is consistently portrayed as anti-American, with their focus on social issues seen as detracting from addressing core economic and security concerns.
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Optimism for America: Despite challenges, there is a strong belief in a positive trajectory for the United States, driven by policies that prioritize national sovereignty and economic stability.
This summary encapsulates the central themes and discussions from the episode, providing a comprehensive overview for those who haven't listened. Notable quotes with timestamps offer direct insights into the hosts' perspectives and arguments.
