REAL AF with Andy Frisella – Episode 1004

Andy & DJ CTI: Trump Praises US Men's Hockey Team, Chaos In Mexico & Newsom's Racist Remarks
Date: February 24, 2026

Overview

In this episode, Andy Frisella and DJ Cruz (DJ) dive into a lively, unfiltered discussion on trending topics: the U.S. men’s hockey team’s gold medal win (and ensuing political controversy), explosive cartel violence in Mexico, a viral Gavin Newsom clip sparking accusations of racism, and a rapid-fire round on aging boxing legends. The hosts blend raw opinions, sharp humor, and cultural critique, riffing on news, internet trends, and deeper societal currents.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Celebrating the US Men’s Hockey Team – and Political Piggybacking

[11:13–23:52]

• Trump’s Public Praise
  Trump congratulates the U.S. men’s hockey team on their gold medal win over Canada, with Andy and DJ mocking Trump’s exuberant Truth Social post (“They won the gold. Wow.”).
• Team USA’s Pride
  They play audio from Jack Hughes’ post-game interview, highlighting national pride and the athlete’s gratitude:

  “The USA Hockey brotherhood is so strong and we have so much support from ex players. I’m so proud to be American today.” (Andy quoting Jack Hughes – 13:08)

• Critique of Political Hijacking
  Discussion of Cash Patel (Trump administration figure) celebrating in the team’s locker room. DJ is sharply critical of political officials co-opting athletes’ achievements for PR, especially amid unresolved scandals like Epstein:

  “What is the FBI director doing in the locker room? You don’t belong there, bro… These guys did all the work, and you’re putting a medal around your neck, acting like an ass. We got all this going on. Maybe you need to realign your priorities, Cash.” (DJ – 18:30)

• Political Bias Double Standard
  They point out if this had happened under a Democratic administration, the reaction would be outrage:

  “Had this been under Biden…the Right would have been tearing them.” (Andy – 20:56) Both emphasize that national pride is about the people, not political leaders, and condemn attempts to “co-brand” national successes with political figures.

2. State of the Union, Political Opt-Outs & Epstein Fallout

[24:52–29:41]

• Discussion moves to heightened tensions leading up to the State of the Union:
  • Notable Absentees: Adam Schiff and other politicians publicly declare they’ll boycott the address, claiming moral reasons.
  • Epstein Transparency Pressure: Survivors invited to the State of the Union; hosts skeptical that real accountability is coming.
  • Cynicism About Accountability:

    “If we get zero accountability or at least obvious pieces moved, no one will show at the polls. He’s already lost a majority of the middle.” (DJ reading a comment – 32:27)

• Disillusionment With Political Theater
  • Andy and DJ dismiss “arrests” in the UK related to Epstein as mere theater intended to placate the public with no real consequences:

    “They gotta throw a couple people under the bus, bro, because they’re all complicit... Theatrics.” (DJ – 30:54)

3. Social Media Callouts, Mental Toughness & Haters

[37:31–43:45]

• Andy and DJ respond to critics who accuse Andy of flaunting his wealth/cars:

  “If you don’t like me driving a nice car, look the fuck away. I got like 40 of them... I post that for the young men like me who are ambitious, who are driven... If I really wanted to flex, I could flex a thousand times harder than you could ever possibly imagine.” (Andy – 37:31)

• Both reiterate their mission of inspiring entrepreneurship, not apologizing for success.

4. Chaos in Mexico & Unfolding International Mayhem

[43:34–46:42]

• El Mencho’s Capture & Cartel Retaliation
  • Mexican military, with U.S. intel help, captures CJNG boss El Mencho. Cartels set fire to cities in violent retaliation.
  • U.S. Senator warns of narco-terrorists targeting Americans in Puerto Vallarta.
• Bigger Picture
  • Andy pivots: the real story is the increasing global chaos, government’s focus on distractions, and unspoken internet chatter.

5. Conspiracy and Covert Mind Control: CIA Drug Experiments

[46:42–62:14]

• Bombshell Revelation: Project Artichoke / MKUltra
  • Declassified CIA documents describe plans to alter the American psyche via chemicals in vaccines, food, water, etc.—precursor to MKUltra.
  • Andy reads disturbing passages from the docs, with DJ tying it to engineered societal malaise.

  “It’s all been engineered to create…a class of men that are virtually worthless." (DJ – 59:11)

• Connection to Social Degradation
  • Long, passionate riff on how psychological manipulation, easy access to porn, and social engineering have gutted masculinity and ambition, fueling OnlyFans culture and weakening men’s drive.
  • DJ: “Men need to stand the fuck up, start making something of themselves…that’s what needs to happen." (60:16)

6. Trans Issues, Social Engineering & Categorization

[62:14–65:32]

• Extended, controversial discussion on the impact of trans culture, social pressure, and mental illness, with DJ separating gay identity from trans issues and asserting that much of the problem results from institutional social engineering—especially on children.

7. Race, Politics, and Gavin Newsom’s “Racist” Viral Clip

[66:38–78:43]

• Newsom’s “I’m Like You” Remark
  • Gavin Newsom tells a mostly black audience he can’t read speeches and scored poorly on the SAT, comparing himself to them—Andy and DJ lambaste the moment as patronizing and racist.

  “They look at black people as some sort of inferior people who are not smart, that can’t learn, and we gotta make all these special rules for them.” (DJ – 69:07)

  • Comparison with past Democratic gaffes (Biden: “You ain’t black if you don’t vote for me.”)
• Newsom’s Response & Background
  • Newsom responds to criticism by citing dyslexia; hosts mock this as victim-playing, then expose Newsom’s privileged background and deep connections to the powerful Getty family.
  • DJ: “If I said that, it’d be all over the Internet and everybody be saying how racist I am…but this guy gets a pass…he has a D in front of his name.” (78:26)
• Summary Judgment
  • Hosts see this as emblematic of elitist leftist racism masked as progressivism.

8. Thumbs Up or Dumb As? — Legends Boxing Return

[80:07–87:00]

• Pacquiao vs. Mayweather – Rematch News
  • Hosts debate whether the fight is necessary (“I’m tired of seeing old people beat up on each other.” – Andy – 80:08), but agree, big money is at stake and professionals can perform at a high level well into their 40s.
  • Mike Tyson’s return also discussed; both reluctantly say the fights will be entertaining if physically safe.
  • DJ: “If you were 49 years old and someone was going to pay you 2, 3 hundred million to do whatever the fuck you do, you’re saying yes.” (84:27)
• Lighter moments:
  • “My husband is 67 years old...Don’t underestimate the old dudes.” (Listener readout – 88:30)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Co-opting National Wins:

  “The pride that this country has in its people does not come from our political administration. It comes from the great things that American citizens and athletes create.” (DJ – 22:10)

• On Cash Patel’s Locker Room Antics:

  “Even if you weren’t the…like, what is the FBI director doing in the locker room? It’s embarrassing, in my opinion.” (DJ – 18:30)

• On Social Engineering and Masculinity:

  “It’s all been engineered to create…a class of men that are virtually worthless.” (DJ – 59:11)

• On Gavin Newsom’s Viral Clip:

  “This is the Democrat party in a nutshell. This one clip exposes how all Democrats look at black people.” (DJ – 68:58)

• Legendary Riff:

  “If you don’t like me driving a nice car, look the fuck away. I got like 40 of them… If I really wanted to flex, I could flex a thousand times harder.” (Andy – 37:31)

• Biting Satire:

  “If I said that, it’d be all over the Internet and everybody would be saying how racist I am, and everybody’d be trying to take all my shit. But because this guy says it, he gets a pass.” (DJ – 78:26)

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Opening Banter, Show Structure – 00:02–06:09
• Gun Talk / Podcast skills backstory (“Gay Bear” lesson) – 06:09–10:33
• Headliner: US Hockey Team, Trump’s reaction, Cash Patel controversy – 11:13–23:52
• State of the Union boycotts, Epstein file frustration – 24:52–33:13
• Mexico cartel chaos, context of global instability – 43:34–46:42
• CIA mind control revelations, social engineering deep-dive – 46:42–62:14
• Trans/social engineering and masculinity – 62:14–65:32
• Gavin Newsom viral racism claims, identity politics riff – 66:38–78:43
• Boxing legends segment: Pacquiao v Mayweather & Tyson – 80:07–87:00

Tone & Style Highlights

• No-holds-barred, confrontational, deeply skeptical of government and media.
• Heavy on humor, sharp jabs at public figures, and animated tangents.
• Frequent quotes and direct referencing of social media discourse and listener comments.

For Listeners Unfamiliar with the Show

This episode is packed with banter, rants, and biting social commentary. Andy and DJ dissect current events with irreverence, skepticism toward power, and an unapologetic embrace of individual grit. If you want to know the REAL AF worldview: The flag belongs to the people, not politicians; masculinity and ambition are under siege; and “winners win”—so stop whining and do something with your life.