Podcast Summary: Noticias con Calle, 30 de Septiembre de 2025

Host: Jay Fonseca
Date: September 30, 2025
Episode: Resumen diario de noticias, debates con panas sobre los asuntos del país

Overview

In this episode, Jay Fonseca offers an in-depth analysis of the day's most relevant news topics in Puerto Rico and internationally. He discusses the possible shutdown of the US federal government, military movements related to Venezuela, the announcement of Bad Bunny headlining the Super Bowl Halftime Show, significant changes in Puerto Rican radio, updates on local corruption and police issues, taxation controversies, and key developments in the electrical system. Jay balances news delivery with commentary in his signature direct, critical, and occasionally humorous tone.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Possible US Federal Government Shutdown & Unusual Military Activity

• Shutdown risk: Tensions between Democrats and Republicans center on Medicaid funding. Democrats demand Trump allocate money and reverse Medicaid cuts ([00:16]).
• Executive Power: Jay notes that a government shutdown increases presidential discretion over federal operations, with the military and national security remaining funded ([02:30]).
• Military meeting: Unprecedented gathering in Virginia of all US military generals, called by President Trump for "Warrior Ethos" discussions, but considered suspicious due to timing ([01:00]–[03:15]).
• Venezuela: At the same time, independent military sources report heightened activity and possible amphibious assault preparation near Venezuela, described by Jay as "curiosísimo" and fueling conspiracy theories ([01:30]).
• Quote:

  “Es súper curioso todo este asunto que ha estado ocurriendo […] el presidente de EEUU esté convocando a hacer esto, esta reunión de todos los generales del ejército y que vayan a Virginia hoy, todo el aparato de los Estados Unidos militar […] el mismo día en que hay un movimiento de anfibios cercano de Venezuela y además el cierre del gobierno federal.”
  — Jay Fonseca [03:30]

2. Bad Bunny y el Super Bowl ('Benito Bowl')

• Super Bowl halftime sell-out: Bad Bunny confirmed as halftime artist; all advertising slots sold prior to the official announcement ([05:00]).
• MAGA backlash: Criticism from right-wing ("mundo MAGA"), citing Bad Bunny's previous US boycott statements related to ICE, yet sponsors show overwhelming support ([05:45]).
• Economic details: Base price for Super Bowl ads is $7–8 million; packages with ABC may offer discounts ([06:20]).
• Quote:

  “Aunque el mundo maga está muy molesto con la selección de Bad Bunny, pues lo cierto es que al parecer, pues no están muy molestos los auspiciadores que han comprado absolutamente todo.”
  — Jay Fonseca [06:00]

3. Retiro de "El Gángster" de la Radio

• End of an era: Tony "El Gángster" Sánchez retires, leaving a major mark on Puerto Rican radio ("El Bayú," "El Circo"). Jay offers a personal, nostalgic reflection ([08:00]).
• Praise for work ethic: Jay details El Gángster’s discipline, consistency, and mentorship—waking up daily at 3:15 a.m. ([09:15]–[11:30]).
• Quote:

  “No estoy triste porque sé que el Gángster está bien […] es la persona con más ética de trabajo que yo he conocido en la industria.”
  — Jay Fonseca [10:30]

• Significance: Outperforms TV figures (e.g., La Comay) in radio ratings.

4. Situación Policial y Corrupción: Caso Wanda Vázquez y Jefatura en Mayagüez

• Escoltas a Wanda Vázquez: Controversy over ex-governor, convicted of corruption, retaining publicly funded escorts ([15:00]).
• Police discretion: Jay argues law does not require providing security, it's a matter of discretion—decision possibly dictated from La Fortaleza ([16:00]).
• Quote:

  "No hay ninguna obligatoriedad ninguna en usted seguir dando la escolta una persona como esa."
  — Jay Fonseca [16:30]

• Mayagüez police scandal: The current chief stands by the Mayagüez police leader, controversial for alleged intervention with a legislator's traffic tickets ([14:00]).

5. Impuestos y Energía: Solar, CRIM y Genera

• CRIM and solar tax: The municipal income collection center (CRIM) opposes tax exemptions for businesses that install solar energy; in favor only for residential use ([23:30]).
• Business impact: Jay is critical—small businesses forced to install solar face additional property taxes ([24:20]).
• Problems with Genera/New Fortress: Gas supply disruptions cause blackouts; Virtual Power Plan saved 150,000 residents from continued outages ([27:00]).
• Technical delays: Shift from 11 small "peaker" units to 7 larger ones has delayed new energy infrastructure ([31:20]).
• Quote:

  “Gracias CRIM, gracias alcaldes, porque por si acaso el CRIM son los alcaldes, gracias alcaldes por hacernos saber cuáles son sus prioridades, en otras palabras que nos sigan clavando a nosotros impuestos…”
  — Jay Fonseca [24:50]

6. Política Local y Estrategias Electorales

• New Caguas-Gurabo district winner: PNP demonstrates effective election strategy by securing crucial district using candidate crossover ([37:00]).
• Quote:

  “El PNP es una máquina de ganar elecciones, gente. Mira, ahí está, esto es un ejemplo.”
  — Jay Fonseca [37:40]

7. Sociedad & Miscelánea

• Dial-up’s official end: Marked as a nostalgic, symbolic moment ([20:45]).
• Anniversary: 53rd Anniversary of Roberto Clemente’s 3000th hit ([21:10]).
• Trump’s tariffs: President proposes new duties on imported lumber (10%) and furniture/cabinets (25%), expected to sharply increase local prices ([21:45]).
• UPR controversy: Student council demands ouster of university’s interim president Zayira Jordán ([41:00]).
• Housing crisis: Ombudsman suggests repurposing unused schools as housing—an idea Jay says he’s suggested for years ([41:30]).
• MLB postseason: Major League Baseball playoffs start today. Jay criticizes schedule changes, noting impact on player rhythm ([42:10]).

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

| Timestamp | Quote | Speaker | | --- | --- | --- | | 03:30 | "Es súper curioso todo este asunto… el presidente convoque a todos los generales… el día del cierre del gobierno federal y movimientos hacia Venezuela." | Jay Fonseca | | 06:00 | "Aunque el mundo maga está muy molesto con la selección de Bad Bunny… no están muy molestos los auspiciadores." | Jay Fonseca | | 10:30 | “No estoy triste porque sé que el Gángster está bien… es la persona con más ética de trabajo que yo he conocido en la industria.” | Jay Fonseca | | 16:30 | “No hay ninguna obligatoriedad ninguna en usted seguir dando la escolta a una persona como esa.” | Jay Fonseca | | 24:50 | “Gracias CRIM, gracias alcaldes… por hacernos saber cuáles son sus prioridades… que nos sigan clavando a nosotros impuestos…” | Jay Fonseca | | 37:40 | “El PNP es una máquina de ganar elecciones, gente. Mira, ahí está, esto es un ejemplo.” | Jay Fonseca |

Timestamps for Key Segments

• 00:00 – 04:00: Federal shutdown, "Warrior Ethos" meeting, Venezuela movement
• 05:00 – 07:00: Bad Bunny at Super Bowl, MAGA backlash
• 08:00 – 12:00: El Gángster’s retirement & impact on radio
• 14:00 – 18:00: Police scandals (Wanda Vázquez, Mayagüez chief)
• 20:30 – 25:00: Taxes, energy disputes, CRIM controversies
• 27:00 – 32:00: Blackouts, power infrastructure, energy policy issues
• 37:00 – 39:00: PNP election strategies, Caguas-Gurabo district
• 40:00 – 43:00: Social topics: UPR, school-to-housing, MLB

Conclusion & Tone

Jay Fonseca’s analysis blends breaking news, context, and sharp opinion, using humor and relatable language to connect with his Puerto Rican audience. He highlights the strangeness of current political-military developments, passionately discusses corruption and public resource management, and ties local events to global trends, closing with reminders of cultural moments (like the baseball playoffs and Clemente anniversary). The episode is, as always, equal parts informative and provocative.