American Sunrise — November 14, 2025
Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Hosts: Dr. Gina, David Brody, Terrence Bates, Emily Finn
Date: November 14, 2025
Episode Overview
This episode of American Sunrise brings a fast-paced roundup of current events, politics, and cultural issues through a conservative, America-first lens. The hosts offer a mix of interviews, news analysis, and lighter banter, blending headlines with feature segments. Top stories include the aftermath of the government shutdown, Congressional debates on funding and transparency—particularly regarding the Epstein files—a new wave of republican infighting, and bipartisan concerns about societal polarization.
Major Discussion Points
1. Government Shutdown Aftermath and Congressional Actions
[07:37–12:00]
- Update: The federal government has reopened after a shutdown; there's work to be done before the Jan 30 funding deadline.
- Interview: Rep. Ralph Norman (R–SC)
- Congressional Pay Debate: Norman supports withholding Congressional salaries during shutdowns.
"If you don't show up for work, you shouldn't get paid. Politicians should be no different." — Rep. Norman [09:26]
- Norman on Leaving Congress: He says his decision to run for Governor in SC is due to local leadership needs, not the dysfunction in Washington, despite frustration over the “Marxist left” and “lukewarm” Republicans.
- Congressional Workload: Lawmakers to work five days a week to “catch up”.
- Congressional Pay Debate: Norman supports withholding Congressional salaries during shutdowns.
- House to Vote on DOJ Epstein Files:
- Transparency Push: Bipartisan effort to force a vote on releasing all DOJ files related to Jeffrey Epstein.
- Norman: Expects to vote yes, says “right thing to do,” but warns about data being misused for political stunts.
“Politicians should not be getting paid nor should they get back pay.” — Rep. Norman [09:53]
2. Media Integrity and Alternative Platforms
[04:52–07:37]
- BBC Controversy: Hosts discuss BBC’s apology over an edited Trump speech about Jan 6th, calling it “unethical.”
- Rise of Alternative Media: Examples from UK, like GB News, cited as positive developments countering mainstream narratives.
“The nice thing is that there are others rising up... kind of a new frontier in the UK.” — Dr. Gina [05:50]
- Culture Critique: The mainstream media, both US and UK, are accused of bias and selective reporting.
3. National Security: Immigration & Drug Trafficking
[23:00–31:25]
- Exclusive Interview: Victor Avila (Office of National Drug Control Policy, ex-ICE)
- Net Negative Immigration: DHS claims more illegal immigrants are leaving the US than arriving, citing self-deportation and ICE removals.
- Drug Interdiction: Trump administration claims 20+ drug boats destroyed, striking suspected narco-trafficking vessels in international waters.
“It doesn’t right away... but it will eventually make a dent.” — Victor Avila [27:51]
- Northern Border Attention: Cartels increasingly targeting Canada–US border as enforcement toughens in the south.
- Not as high volume, but still significant movement of drugs and people.
4. Federal Spending & Transparency
[34:43–40:17]
- Guest: John Hart (Open the Books)
- Staggering Payroll Growth: Federal workforce has gotten “bigger and more secretive”; wage growth for government workers outpaces private sector.
- Transparency as Solution:
“Transparency can cut through government like water cuts through stone.” — John Hart [39:21]
- Call for Fiscal Discipline: Points to $39T national debt, government spending unsustainability, and loss of entrepreneurial opportunity due to excessive government size.
5. Epstein Files and Political Lawfare
[42:29–44:11]; [57:12–64:23]
- RAV Correspondent David Zier & Chief WH Correspondent Brian Glenn
- Congress Vote Imminent: Broad public and congressional support for releasing all Epstein files.
- Political Weaponization: Multiple guests (Zier, Glenn, hosts) perceive renewed attention on Epstein files as a distraction from Democratic Party shortcomings, especially after the shutdown.
“This is a desperate attempt to frame President Trump... in actuality, it does show deep ties that Epstein had to liberals and to other countries...” — Brian Glenn [57:42]
- Transparency & Victims: Some concern about redacted victim names to create misleading impressions.
- Lawfare Tactics: Over 300 legal challenges to Trump administration orders; hosts frame this as persistent and coordinated political attack.
6. Culture Wars: Republican Infighting & Party Identity
[77:06–89:41]
- Florida GOP Conflict
- Byron Donalds Warns of a ‘Woke Right’: Accuses right-wing factions of bigotry and co-opting conservatism.
- Sen. Ted Cruz & Anti-Semitism: Cruz highlights growing anti-Semitism and bigotry on the right; calls for vigilance.
- Guest: Donna Fiducia (Cowboy Logic)
- Election Integrity: Emphasizes vulnerability to fraud, lack of focus on voter rolls, and continued Republican self-sabotage.
- Dissent or Division?: Panel grapples with the balance between free speech and calling out truly fringe or “America First” extremist elements.
“If we don't work together, we will... hang separately.” — Donna Fiducia [79:57]
- Upcoming Primary Races: Special attention to NY’s Jack Schlossberg (JFK’s grandson) seeking Nadler’s seat.
7. Social Media & Online Harassment
[65:07–67:14]
- John Fetterman (D–PA) on Far Left Abuse
- Fetterman shares with CNN’s Dana Bash that he receives far harsher, more personal attacks from the left than the right after breaking party ranks.
“On the left... they want me to die. Or they’re cheering for your next stroke.” — John Fetterman [65:40]
- Hosts and panel express sadness and denounce such conduct regardless of political affiliation, calling for prayer and support.
8. Economic News: Walmart, Disney, and ‘Common Sense’
[69:08–77:06]
- Jake Novak (Jake’s Take Substack)
- Walmart CEO Retirement: Doug McMillan stepping down unexpectedly; company’s modernization credited to him.
- Disney Stock Drop: Attributed in part to ABC’s losses and the network’s retention of Jimmy Kimmel.
- Alternative Economic Data: DoorDash data suggested as more reliable than official government jobs reports.
9. New Cancer Research Breakthrough
[31:25–34:43]
- Japanese researchers develop a new nano-carrier for antibody drug delivery, potentially leading to safer, more effective cancer treatments.
10. Faith & History: Thanksgiving’s Untold Story
[45:29–51:45]
- Guest: Jim Mosley (‘The Bible History Guy’)
- Shares the story of how faith and the Mayflower’s famous printing press screw saved the Pilgrims’ journey.
“It wasn’t a coincidence — that same tool, meant to spread God’s word in the New World, had also saved the ship carrying his people there.” — Jim Mosley [46:45]
- Shares the story of how faith and the Mayflower’s famous printing press screw saved the Pilgrims’ journey.
Memorable Lighter Moments & Banter
- Song Debate: Recurring (and comedic) debate over the classic song “It Never Rains in Southern California”—is it Albert Hammond (1972) or Tony! Toni! Toné! (1990)? Concludes in playful chat and karaoke plans.
“That’s my new plan: karaoke both of them together...” — Dr. Gina [54:14]
- Puppy Friday: Dr. Gina’s dog Colby takes over the segment, causing on-air laughter.
“Puppy Friday gone awry. Yes, we heard it. The show went to the dogs.” — Terrence Bates [98:06]
- Audience Shoutouts: Mention of meeting fans at events, like Frenchie at Mar-a-Lago.
Notable Quotes & Timestamps
- “Politicians should not be getting paid nor should they get back pay.” — Rep. Ralph Norman [09:53]
- “It’s kind of a new frontier in the UK for people to be looking to other places for their news.” — Dr. Gina [05:50]
- “Transparency can cut through government like water cuts through stone.” — John Hart [39:21]
- “That's really what is happening in Congress. It's a Marxist left Democrat party now who knows no bounds.” — Rep. Ralph Norman [09:52]
- “On the left... they want me to die. Or they're cheering for your next stroke.” — John Fetterman [65:40]
- "This is a desperate attempt to frame President Trump to have any relation with Epstein. In actuality, it does show deep ties…to liberals and to other countries." — Brian Glenn [57:42]
- “If we don't work together... we will certainly hang separately.” — Donna Fiducia [79:57]
- “We wrestle not against flesh and blood, but against principalities and rulers in dark high places.” — Dr. Gina [67:14]
Key Timestamps
- 04:52–07:37: Media & BBC controversy
- 07:37–12:00: Rep. Ralph Norman interview, Congressional pay & Epstein vote
- 23:00–31:25: Victor Avila on immigration, drug interdictions, northern border
- 34:43–40:17: John Hart (Open the Books), federal spending
- 42:29–44:11: David Zier preview, Epstein file vote politics
- 57:12–64:23: Brian Glenn on Epstein files, Trump lawfare
- 65:07–67:14: Sen. John Fetterman on online harassment from the left
- 77:06–89:41: Donna Fiducia, GOP infighting and Florida race
- 45:29–51:45: Jim Mosley’s “hidden Thanksgiving” Pilgrim story
Summary & Takeaways
- Congress is under pressure to increase transparency (Epstein files) and reform internal processes around funding and pay.
- Republican Party faces mounting internal conflicts about identity, messaging, and extremism.
- Calls for media accountability amid allegations of mainstream bias and selective editing.
- Drug and immigration policies: New tactics and claims of progress under the Trump administration, including a focus on the northern border.
- Concerns persist about election security, federal bloat, and the encroachment of government on private enterprise.
- Personal stories (like Thanksgiving’s origins and faith) are woven throughout as part of the show’s cultural and spiritual through-line.
- Banter and interaction with audiences (song debates, Puppy Friday) add entertainment and warmth to the episode.
This summary captures the dynamic, populist-conservative tone of the episode, blending pointed political critique with moments of faith, humor, and grassroots engagement.