Podcast Summary: American Sunrise – November 25, 2025

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Hosts: David Brody, Dr. Gina, Terrence Bates
Air Date: November 25, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of American Sunrise dives into the political, economic, and cultural pulse of America ahead of Thanksgiving. With a spotlight on kitchen-table issues like affordability, housing, and healthcare, the show features on-the-ground reporting from Long Island’s Bethpage Embassy Diner and interviews with policymakers and real Americans. Major talking points include proposed changes to healthcare subsidies, the latest efforts for peace in the Russia-Ukraine war, new CDC guidance on vaccines and autism, and the challenges facing small businesses and families in New York. Commentary frequently emphasizes traditional American values, skepticism of mainstream narratives, and the need for faith-driven solutions.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Thanksgiving & American Pulse from Long Island

Covered by: David Zier, onsite at Bethpage Embassy Diner
Timestamps: [04:33–07:12], [33:01–41:05], [81:29–115:14]

• Affordability Crisis: Residents discuss modifying holiday plans due to high costs in utilities, insurance, labor, and taxes.
• Exodus from New York:
  • Young people and workers (including police and financial services) increasingly leave NY for better opportunities elsewhere, impacting local communities and small businesses.
  • “People are worried here… going to Texas, going to Florida. So we’re going to discuss, you know, what are some of the solutions?” – David Zier [04:54]
• Small Business Challenges:
  • Owners deal with labor shortages and increasing costs, struggle to keep businesses open.
  • “It’s getting harder and harder. People don't want to work anymore… The work ethic is gone.” – Gus, Diner Owner [105:47]
• Housing Market:
  • Real estate experts lament the $485,000 average home price and high $7,500 median property taxes, making it hard for the next generation to stay.
  • Discussion of creative mortgage solutions, including adjustable-rate mortgages and even Trump’s floated “50-year mortgage”.
  • “If it gets you in the door, it's better than renting. You can always change your mortgage down the road.” – Matt Kochman, Real Estate Expert [35:26]

Notable Quotes:

“Everybody’s kids leave Long Island. They never come back.” – David Zier [34:45]

Memorable Moment:
Round-table of diners shares their gratitude, love for family, and faith in future improvement under President Trump.

2. Healthcare Reform Debate: Obamacare Subsidies

Covered by: Rep. Mark Alford (R-MO)
Timestamps: [07:14–14:06]

• Debate Over Subsidy Extension:
  • White House proposes two-year extension of Obamacare subsidies; Republicans divided.
  • Mark Alford calls for “Missouri common sense”; criticizes “COVID-era welfare subsidies” and pushes alternatives (preexisting condition protection, employer flexibility).
  • “The problem is we are up against the wall. We are operating out of crisis, which is not good.” – Rep. Alford [09:33]
• Midterm Political Calculus:
  • Pressure felt from potential premium hikes hurting Democrats; Republicans discuss redistricting battles and importance of maintaining House majority.
  • “If we continue to operate out of fear, fear of losing the midterms, we're not going to get anything done for the American people.” – Rep. Alford [10:36]

3. National & International News Highlights

a) President Trump’s Diplomacy with China

Covered by: Brian Glenn, RAV Chief White House Correspondent
Timestamps: [17:16–24:40]

• Trump and Xi Jinping hold extended call, plan future visits.
• Tariffs reduced, focus on Fentanyl, Taiwan tensions, and ongoing trade relations.
• “President Trump has his hand on the pulse as far as this global trade, especially when dealing with China.” – Brian Glenn [19:39]

b) Breakthrough in Russia-Ukraine War Negotiations

Analysis by: John Solomon, JustTheNews.com
Timestamps: [84:51–91:04]

• U.S.-brokered side agreements with Ukraine and Russia mark step towards peace, but major sticking points (territorial concessions, NATO) remain.
• “It’s a good sign. It means the president’s strategy, his deadline, is working, but… Russia and Ukraine yet have a deal for peace.” – John Solomon [86:50]
• Peace optimism is reflected in global oil prices, which drop on the news.

4. CDC Guidance Reversal on Vaccines & Autism

Interview with: Peter Gillooly, CEO of the Wellness Company
Timestamps: [46:52–54:47]

• CDC revises web page, softening previous denials of link between vaccines and autism.
• “The new text finally acknowledges the claim that vaccines do not cause autism is not in fact evidence based because the truth is that studies have never ruled out a link.” – Dr. Gina [46:52]
• Panel credits medical freedom movement, McCullough Foundation’s research; criticizes “lies paid for by Big Pharma.”

5. Faith & Family Focus: National Adoption Month

Featuring: Charles Bender, Place of Hope
Timestamps: [71:44–77:15]

• Trump and Melania sign “Fostering the Future” executive order, celebrated by faith-based foster care organizations.
• “These young people need consistency… that’s what fostering the future is all about.” – Charles Bender [74:05]
• Heartfelt stories shared about the impact of adoption and fostering.

6. Political Firestorms: Sedition, Military Orders, & Party Infighting

a) Sedition Rhetoric and Military Orders

Discussion of: Amy Klobuchar’s critique of Trump, Democrats’ calls for military to reject “unlawful orders”
Timestamps: [61:29–65:33]

• “What is dangerous is the President of the United States threatening these members of Congress with death, literally saying that they should be executed.” – Sen. Klobuchar [62:12]
• Hosts agree Trump is often hyperbolic, accuse Democrats of politicizing military issues and practicing “group think”.

b) Marjorie Taylor Greene (MTG) 2028 Rumors and MAGA Fissures

Timestamps: [115:14–121:27]

• MTG vehemently denies 2028 presidential ambitions; panel speculates she’ll move into “America First” kingmaking and outside advocacy.
• “By the time they get to the office of president… they are forced to sell their soul to the financial powers that be. That’s why the independent wealth is almost a mandate at this point.” – Dr. Gina [118:44]

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “We’re called to be peacemakers. Peacemaking requires courage, personal strength, and prayer.” – Dr. Gina (Romans 15:13 Reflection) [07:14]
• “Trump’s got the cards, though…He’s giving Mamdani the rope.” – Long Island diner guest, on NYC politics [40:05]
• “I want to thank you so much for joining us today—and we have Matt and Margie Kochman here, and they lost two children to Fentanyl, which is just extraordinary…” – David Zier [34:45]

Key Timestamps for Major Segments

• Long Island diner “affordability” vox pop: [04:33–07:12]; [33:01–41:05]; [81:29–115:14]
• Healthcare reform & Rep. Mark Alford: [07:14–14:06]
• President Trump/China relations: [17:16–24:40]
• Ukraine peace talks/Oil prices: [84:51–92:19]
• CDC & Autism Guidance: [46:52–54:47]
• Adoption & Foster Care Focus: [71:44–77:15]
• MTG 2028 rumors/Republican dynamics: [115:14–121:27]

Tone & Style

• Candid, conversational, and unapologetically populist/conservative.
• Frequent references to “real Americans,” faith, patriotism, and skepticism of establishment narratives.
• Heavy focus on lived experience ("the pulse") vs. abstract politics—grounded in community voices from Long Island diners.

Closing Thoughts

This episode portrays a country facing economic anxiety and cultural rifts, but clinging to optimism, faith, and community roots. Listeners are encouraged to stay informed, engage in their communities, and support alternative voices. The show’s blend of on-the-ground reporting, faith references, and direct listener engagement makes it both a platform for conservative analysis and an access point for grassroots sentiment heading into the holidays.