American Sunrise Early Edition – February 19, 2026

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Host: Brian Glenn (iHeartPodcasts)
Notable Guests: Marley Hornick, Ollie London, Lou Reese, Terrence Bates, Kevin Bosovic, Bo Davidson
Date: February 19, 2026

Overview

This episode of American Sunrise Early Edition delivers a fast-paced blend of breaking news, political analysis, medical commentary, and cultural conversation—all filtered through American values and an unfiltered, populist perspective. The show balances major global headlines (including former Prince Andrew’s arrest and humanitarian efforts in Gaza), intensive election coverage, a deep dive into election integrity, the culture war around gender medicine, health trends (peptides), and firsthand reporting on high-profile crime stories. Throughout, the hosts and guests reinforce the podcast’s focus on faith, freedom, and community engagement.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Breaking Headlines & Top Stories

• Prince Andrew Arrested (02:37, 36:32):
  UK police have arrested former Prince Andrew over allegations tied to Jeffrey Epstein, including misconduct in public office and possible sex trafficking. The case is seen as a significant move toward accountability in the Epstein scandal.

  “Former Prince Andrew arrested by UK Police over allegations linked to Jeffrey Epstein... he’s accused of misconduct in public office and if convicted, could face life in prison.” — Brian Glenn (02:37)

• Georgia Special Election & Trump Campaigning (06:48, 41:02):
  President Trump travels to Rome, Georgia to support his endorsed candidate, Clay Fuller, in the crowded special election to replace Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene. The race is expected to head to a runoff due to the large number of candidates.
• FBI Manhunt for Nancy Guthrie (03:15, 22:22, 43:19):
  The search for missing woman Nancy Guthrie intensifies with a new ransom demand and the investigation now crossing into Mexico. The latest ransom note uses alternate cryptocurrency and encrypted communication, indicating a sophisticated, possibly international operation.

  “There’s a new ransom note that uses a different cryptocurrency... the email itself has been encrypted. So it’s hard to track.” — Kevin Bosovic (44:02)

2. Weather & Markets Check-ins

• National Weather Update (05:03):
  Out west, severe storms and avalanche risks are ongoing, with up to 3 feet of snow in the mountains.

  “Out west, we have another system knocking on our doorstep... avalanche dangers very widespread.” — Tracy Anthony (05:06)

• Wall Street Snapshot (17:45):
  The Dow and Nasdaq end higher; crude oil is just under $66/barrel, and crypto remains under $70,000.

3. Election Integrity & The Fulton County Investigation

Guest: Marley Hornick (CEO, Real America Vote)

• Federal vs. State Authority (07:46):
  Hornick pushes back on claims that federal investigations into voter rolls threaten voter privacy. Instead, she frames these as justified legal actions that protect voting rights, not subvert them:

  “The left... is making this argument that these investigations and all of the voter roll requests... are nothing but a grab by the federal government for power over elections... these are justified legal actions the Justice Department is pursuing to protect voting rights.” — Marley Hornick (07:46)

• Media Coverage & Public Fatigue (10:13):
  Election administration is deemed a "dry topic," risking public apathy and inadequate conservative media attention. Hornick warns not to rely solely on the SAVE Act for election security:

  “The risk is that we feel like the SAVE act has got this covered, when in reality there are still a lot of opportunities for election control within the system.” — Marley Hornick (10:13)

• Voter Confidence & “Mob Rule” Concerns (12:13):
  Hornick argues that loss of confidence in elections could devolve America into “mob rule”—contrary to the Founders’ intent. She emphasizes the right to dignified petition and dialogue, not chaos.

4. Georgia 14th Congressional District Special Election

• Runoff Expected, Election Anomalies (13:45):
  Hornick predicts a runoff due to the crowded GOP field, underscores Georgia’s tradition of individualistic, liberty-oriented representation, and notes turnout anomalies hinting at potential system vulnerabilities:

  “Voters whose registration dates were January 1st had double the turnout rate... very enthusiastic voters turn out rates above 80%.” — Marley Hornick (14:29)

5. Rhode Island Hockey Arena Shooting & Gender Medicine Debate

Guest: Ollie London (author, critic of “Gender Ideology”)

• Shooter’s Mental Health & Gender Transition (20:19):
  Ollie London and hosts discuss the tragic Rhode Island shooting, framing the perpetrator’s gender transition as a complicating factor in his mental instability and family conflicts.

  “Court records from 2020 show his ex-wife... cited his gender reassignment surgery and narcissistic personality disorder as reasons for divorce. So this is clearly [a] very deranged individual.” — Ollie London (20:19)

• The “Tide Turning” on Youth Gender Medicine (22:00):
  London asserts public and legal momentum is shifting against gender-affirming care for minors, referencing high-profile malpractice cases and new bans, including the Protect Children’s Innocence Act.

  “Just recently a detransitioner won a $2 million payout for medical malpractice... the tide is definitely turning.” — Ollie London (22:00)

• Linking Mass Shootings & the Transgender Community (23:05):
  Host and guest controversially suggest a disproportional link between transgender identity and involvement in mass shootings, citing specific cases and calling for greater mental health scrutiny.

  “It seems to be a disproportionate amount of transgender mass shooters... it is something that really needs to be looked at.” — Ollie London (23:24)

6. Peptides: Hype, Risks & Regulation

Guest: Lou Reese (biotech entrepreneur)

• Market Overview, Regulation Gaps (27:02):
  Peptides are hailed for weight loss, muscle gain, and anti-aging, but most of the market—especially online—is unregulated and potentially unsafe, with products often imported under dubious labeling.

  “Over 80 to 90% of the peptides… are on the gray market... very poorly regulated and have limited oversight.”— Lou Reese (27:02)

• Safety & Sourcing (28:15):
  Consumers are urged to seek FDA- or CGMP-regulated products, with Reese advocating for a U.S.-centric, transparent supply chain to ensure safety.
  • No enforced age minimum exists for purchase/use on the gray market, raising risks for youth.
• Potential & Risks (30:39):
  Some peptides (GLP1s, GLP3s) show promise for weight loss and immune modulation or muscle growth, but broad claims (especially anti-aging) remain unproven.

7. Trump Board of Peace & Gaza Humanitarian Efforts

Correspondent: Terrence Bates

• Diplomatic Summit (34:14):
  Major global gathering in DC, led by President Trump, raises over $5 billion for Gaza humanitarian reconstruction. Key US allies in Europe decline to participate, citing corporate influences over faith-based efforts.
  • The Pope notably declined to attend, allegedly due to the corporate nature of the initiative.
• Significance (35:43, 36:32):
  Coverage frames the Board of Peace as both a pragmatic response to the Gaza crisis and a diplomatic flex for the Trump administration.

8. NRB 2026 Christian Media Convention

Correspondent: Bo Davidson

• Networking & Faith-Driven Media (48:30):
  Spotlight on the largest gathering of Christian broadcasters and content creators worldwide. Faith, religious liberty, and community are foregrounded as core themes.

  “What this conference wants to do is get the message of faith and advancing the kingdom of God all throughout the globe.” — Bo Davidson (49:23)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “If the states run elections and the federal government has no oversight, then they can actually subvert the federal government... Privacy of ballots, secrecy of the ballot is sacrosanct. But secrecy of who is on a voter list... Sorry, you’re going to lose that one.” — Marley Hornick (07:46)
• “When people don’t show up to vote, there is obviously consequences to that... that’s when we become what the founders would identify as a democracy, AKA mob rule.” — Marley Hornick (12:13)
• “We have seen money pour into this [Gaza board]. That was one of the reasons, I will say, that the Pope declined to get involved because it had more of a corporate backing on it rather than perhaps a faith backing.” — Brian Glenn (35:43)
• “It seems to be a disproportionate amount of transgender mass shooters... so it is something that really needs to be looked at… is that leading them to a tendency to violence and aggression?” — Ollie London (23:24)
• “Over 80 to 90% of the peptides are on the gray market... So we’re not really getting what we think we're getting. There’s toxicity issues that are really significant.” — Lou Reese (27:02)
• “When you bring those [manufacturing] processes back to the States, we can regulate and monitor... we can make sure that the patients are getting what they think they’re getting.” — Lou Reese (28:15)

Important Segment Timestamps

| Segment | Topic | Start Time | |---------|-------|------------| | Weather Update | National forecast and avalanche risks | 04:58 | | Top Story: Trump in Georgia | Special election coverage, Trump’s visit | 06:48 | | Election Integrity Debate | Interview with Marley Hornick | 07:46 | | Georgia 14th Race | Analysis w/ Marley Hornick | 13:06 | | Wall Street & Markets | Financial round-up | 17:45 | | Rhode Island Shooting & Gender Ideology | Discussion with Ollie London | 20:19 | | Peptides: Risks & Hype | Interview with Lou Reese | 27:02 | | Trump’s Board of Peace Summit | International update (w/ Bates) | 34:14 | | Epstein/Prince Andrew Breaking News | UK & US implications | 36:32 | | Nancy Guthrie Kidnapping | Crypto ransom, international search | 43:19 | | NRB Christian Media Convention | Live from Nashville | 48:30 |

Summary

This American Sunrise Early Edition exemplifies the RAV commitment to blending hard news with conservative cultural values. With headline-grabbing arrests, in-depth debate on election law and government oversight, high emotional stakes in medical/cultural discourse, urgent public safety updates, and calls for community engagement and faith, the podcast offers a panoramic—sometimes provocative—look at “Real News, Honest Views” for a right-leaning audience.

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