Podcast Summary: Real America's Voice – "American Sunrise"

Episode Title: January 19th, 2026
Host: Dr. Gina Louden, David Brody, Terrence Bates
Notable Guests: Brian Glenn (Chief White House Correspondent), Cliff May (Defensive Democracies), Drew Horn (CEO of GreenMet), Father Frank Pavone (Priests for Life)
Release Date: January 19, 2026

Overview

This episode of American Sunrise dives deep into a spectrum of hot-button issues dominating the American political and cultural conversation in early 2026. The panel examines President Trump’s new tariffs over the Greenland dispute, the World Economic Forum in Davos, the escalating death toll in Iran’s protests, controversies around ICE and protests in Minnesota, and ongoing culture war developments such as the releasing of Epstein files and the status of America’s pro-life movement. With a mix of reporting, interviews, and analysis, the hosts and guests dissect each topic from a conservative populist perspective, emphasizing American sovereignty, religious values, and a skepticism of globalism and progressive priorities.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Opening Themes and Banter

• Light banter between hosts about Florida’s unique north/south culture divide (02:00).
• Transition to news: Immediate pivot to national stories, emphasizing the show's blend of culture, politics, and faith.

2. ICE Protests Invading Churches & Decency in Public Discourse

• Incident: Protesters disrupted a church service in Minnesota targeting an ICE agent/pastor (03:15).
• Video played of activists confronting churchgoers and the pastor.
• Panel Reaction:
  • Dr. Gina Louden: Highlights a difference in protest ethos, invoking the Tea Party as peaceful protest, contrasts it with “from the pit of hell” tactics of the recent protest (06:09).
  • David Brody: Frames the event as a battle of "good versus evil," suggesting protesters are "angry at God" and lack relationship with Christ (06:43).
    • Quote: "It’s good versus evil. And we just saw it on display inside a church. That’s pretty much what we’ve been saying all along." – David Brody [06:43]
  • Terrence Bates: Cautions about crossing decency lines, even while supporting free speech.
• Spiritual Reflection: Dr. Gina offers a Bible verse (Philippians 4:7) and speaks on the importance of praying for one’s enemies, putting Christ at the center of conflict (07:53).

3. World Economic Forum (WEF) and Trump’s Greenland Tariffs

• President Trump: Announces new tariffs (10% rising to 25%) on various European nations (Denmark, Norway, Sweden, France, Germany, UK, Netherlands, Finland) due to opposition over the U.S. acquiring Greenland.
  • Quote: "It is imperative that in order to protect global peace and security, strong measures be taken so this potentially perilous situation end quickly and without question." – Trump post read by Dr. Gina [08:29, 31:27]
• Live from Davos: Brian Glenn covers WEF:
  • WEF theme this year: “Spirit of Dialogue” [09:41]
  • Explains U.S. business and political presence, notes MAGA contingent’s impact.
  • David Brody: Voices some skepticism ("Is he actually joining the crowd a little bit?") regarding Trump’s participation at Davos (10:30).
  • Glenn suggests Trump’s role is to “kick over the apple cart” and establish a "New World Order" (10:14, 11:34).

Context on the Dollar:

• Dollar’s weakness is noted: Swiss franc exchange has worsened for Americans compared to last year (11:34).

Epstein Files Sidebar

• DOJ rejecting requests for a special master on Epstein records [12:32]. Glenn mentions its place as a topic of global interest, though expects no formal Davos discussion.

4. Iran Protests and U.S. Response

• Segment: Reports from Iranian medics claim death toll from regime crackdown surpasses 16,000 (21:28).
• Interview with Cliff May (Defensive Democracies):
  • Discusses options open to President Trump—economic, cyber, kinetic—and the complexity of weakening Iran’s regime.
  • Quote: "The regime itself has a monopoly on violence. And what we’re seeing is that they are using it absolutely brutally… The Shah was not like that… But the regime can be weakened, the regime can be enfeebled." – Cliff May [23:16]
  • Debates realism of regional powers’ involvement and the likely limits of international military intervention (25:41).
  • Israel described as the only likely regional force to cooperate militarily against Iran; U.S.-Israel partnership remains key.

5. Health Crisis in California Homeless Encampments

• News: Outbreak of leptospirosis (rat-spread bacteria) in a Berkeley homeless camp (28:42).
  • Dr. Gina critiques the prevalence of encampments in poor neighborhoods and lauds new federal initiatives to "fix our broken health care system."
  • Quote: "These homeless encampments are so awful… so unfair to the surrounding neighborhoods… and most of those neighborhoods are poor neighborhoods where residents should be protected." – Dr. Gina Louden [28:42]

6. Debate Over Greenland: Imperialism or Liberation?

• Guest: Drew Horn (CEO, GreenMet) offers perspective that U.S. involvement in Greenland is about “freeing the oppressed,” not “imperialism” (35:44).
  • Claims most Greenlandic Inuit support U.S. involvement, opposition protests are “Danish minority” and “European proxy protests” (34:01).
  • Quote: "President Trump is looking to free the oppressed around the world… It’s about bringing American protection and opportunity to all these areas where exploited people are overwhelmingly asking for it." – Drew Horn [35:44]
  • The panel explores whether America’s foreign posture is “imperialistic” or “liberating” in intent (35:08).

7. Eric Swalwell Pledges to Target ICE as California Governor

• Clip Played: Swalwell vows to revoke ICE agents’ drivers licenses if elected and directs prosecution for various offenses (39:15).
• Reaction:
  • All hosts dismiss proposal as “idiotic,” “doofus,” unlikely and tone deaf, suggest Swalwell is "pandering" to the electorate (40:33, 41:13).
    • Quote: “He's a doofus. But okay… you know what, I’m going to be more diplomatic. I apologize. It’s not gonna happen.” – Terrence Bates [41:13]

8. Pro-Life Movement, National Prayer, and a Trump Address

• March for the Preborn: Recap of weekend march in Jacksonville, Florida, highlighting faith-based activism (43:43).
• Father Frank Pavone (Priests for Life): Describes upcoming national prayer service in D.C., to include recognition for Charlie Kirk.
• Trump’s Stand: Consensus across panel that Trump’s offhand comments about the Hyde Amendment do not signal a policy shift away from pro-life issues (45:19).

9. Vladimir Putin Invited to "Gaza Board of Peace"

• Breaking News: Putin’s rumored invitation to the Gaza peace negotiation board elicits incredulity (49:12).
• Panel jokes about the credibility of such a move, likening it to “Chris Christie being on the board of fitness” (50:14).
• Hosts speculate Trump has an unspoken plan, but remain skeptical about bringing Putin into peace negotiations (50:14 - 51:38).
• Quote: "That’s like Chris Christie being on the board of fitness. What in the world is going on here?" – David Brody [50:14]

10. Market & Economic Headlines

• Trump at Davos: Attending WEF after football championship in Miami.
• Greenland Tariffs: Ongoing discussion of whether U.S. can acquire Greenland without undermining NATO (59:02, 59:53).
• Home Affordability: White House considers allowing 401(k) withdrawals for home down payments (93:26). Panel debates the pros and cons, stressing financial literacy.
• Quote: “[It’s] concerning to me... I hate to see anybody cutting into savings, especially young people.” – Dr. Gina Louden [94:43]

11. Epstein Files Release and the DOJ

• Issue: Lawmakers seek public release of Epstein investigation files, DOJ resists requests for a special master (88:45, 90:14).
• Panelist frustration: Repeated “roadblock, roadblock, roadblock” criticisms toward DOJ, with suspicion that public transparency will never be achieved (92:10, 92:25).
• Suggest victims may themselves ultimately reveal names if the files are never made public (92:25).

12. Concerns Over Radical Islam in America

• Poll: 77% of voters now worried about radical Islam’s influence; U.S. cities (e.g., Dearborn) highlighted as flashpoints (78:46, 80:28).
• Hosts express concern over elected officials using Qurans for swearing-in, implications for U.S. culture and law.
• Debates whether Islamism is fundamentally a religion or a “political organization” (82:02).
• Quote: "The more we get away... from our Judeo Christian principles in this country, the more this country is going to suffer. There is a direct correlation." – David Brody [82:02]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “It’s good versus evil. And we just saw it on display inside a church.” – David Brody [06:43]
• “Remember how peaceful those [Tea Party protests] were? See the contrast between these truly from the pit of hell.” – Dr. Gina Louden [06:09]
• “Let’s be honest. Putin on the board of peace is like Chris Christie being on the board of fitness.” – David Brody [50:14]
• “America first imperialism is what [Trump’s] trying to do.” – David Brody [35:08]
• “I want to build a market share for the truth.”—David Desrosiers (Get Real) [73:46]
• “They look to the state to claim power, and then they take that power and invoke it against the people. It’s just that simple.” – David Brody on Swalwell’s proposal [40:08]

Key Segment Timestamps

• ICE Protest Disrupts Church: 03:15–07:34
• Bible Verse & WEF Theme Set-up: 07:53–10:14
• WEF/Davos and Tariffs on Europe: 09:41–11:34
• Iranian Protest Death Toll & U.S. Response: 21:28–27:59
• Greenland Discussion (Drew Horn): 31:27–37:16
• Swalwell on ICE Prosecution: 39:15–42:13
• March for the Preborn / Pro-Life Movement: 43:43–47:16
• Putin on Peace Board Reaction: 49:12–51:32
• Market/Economic Headlines: 65:02 onward
• Radical Islam in America Poll: 78:46–83:53
• Epstein Files Roadblocks: 88:45–92:48

Tone and Style

The episode maintains a conversational, sometimes humorous, and passionate tone throughout, combining news analysis with overtly faith-based and patriotic rhetoric. Panelists are candid, often emotional, and unapologetically partisan, aligning with Real America’s Voice’s branding of "honest views" that challenge mainstream narratives. The panel frequently references Biblical principles, invokes past American protest movements, and stresses vigilance against perceived threats to "American values" both foreign and domestic.

Final Thoughts for New Listeners

This episode offers an unfiltered window into the Real America’s Voice worldview: resistant to globalism, deeply protective of traditional American and Christian values, and quick to critique perceived overreach by progressive leaders and global institutions. The hosts’ blend of breaking news, cultural commentary, and faith-based guidance drives home the network’s commitment to keeping their audience “informed, engaged, and inspired."

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