Real America’s Voice

Episode: CHECK THE NEWS - DECEMBER 13th, 2025
Date: December 14, 2025
Host: Jonathan Shuttlesworth (iHeartPodcasts)
Podcast Theme: Unfiltered current events and cultural commentary through the lens of American patriotism and Christian values.

Episode Overview

This episode of "Check the News" features host Jonathan Shuttlesworth and guest Pastor Russell Johnson in their final 2025 New Mexico broadcast. The hosts dive into a characteristically irreverent and opinionated review of the week’s contentious headlines: political scandal, immigration, vaccine debates, crime, race issues, and more. The tone is direct, combative, and laced with sarcasm, religious references, and inside jokes for the show’s community. The episode also features listener engagement and fundraising efforts for charitable causes.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Political Corruption & Scandal (Ilhan Omar, Democrat Fraud)

Ilhan Omar Deportation Allegations (08:17):
Jonathan covers "breaking news" that Ilhan Omar may be facing deportation, citing alleged marriage fraud—"They have concrete evidence she married her brother to get into the country and they're going to look into deporting her."
Minnesota Democrat Fraud (10:45):
Reports that a Minneapolis restaurant owner closely linked to Omar was convicted of stealing $12 million in COVID funds.
"This scandal is going to rock the core of Minnesota politics."
Extended riffing on the “brazen” level of government fraud, and a tongue-in-cheek request for dinner readiness:
“I asked for dinner to be ready. Democrat, you were home all day. Democrat." (13:10)

2. Trump’s Foreign Policy & Venezuela (15:10)

Katie McFarland’s Analysis:
Former Trump Deputy NSA Katie McFarland praises Trump’s strategy seizing Venezuelan oil tankers to cripple the Maduro regime:
“If Trump takes away that $200 million a week, Venezuela pretty soon runs out of money … That’s the money Maduro uses to pay the military, to pay off all the bad guys, to keep himself in power” (16:34)
Discussion moves to US neglect of South America, rise of cartels, and China’s influence.

3. COVID, Vaccines, and Government Transparency (22:34, 36:30, 57:40)

Alex Berenson on Moderna’s Concealed Child Deaths:
"They basically hid that for almost three years...there was a preschool age child, a 2 to 5 year old, who suffered cardiorespiratory [death] in Moderna's own trial." (22:54)
Debate on Vaccine Side Effects and Censorship:
Frustration how early critics faced censorship, e.g.
"All the people who got banned from YouTube during COVID are now in charge. That’s crazy." (24:34)
Former CDC Director Redfield’s Testimony (36:33):
Redfield testifies that COVID vaccines can induce lethal side effects, admits lack of transparency, and regrets mandates:
"We knew since spring of 2021 that COVID vaccines can induce lethal side effects. They should have never been mandated." (37:04)
Host retorts: "You just tried to destroy anybody’s life that wasn’t cheerleading the vaccine. We all know that firsthand." (38:15)

4. Redemption, Felony Disenfranchisement, & Christianity (28:55)

Jelly Roll’s Story:
Discussion with the country artist about gun rights losses due to felony conviction, paths to redemption, and Christian forgiveness:
"I think it's important for people to have a path to redemption. I'm a redemption guy...That's one of the more beautiful aspects of Christianity. It does offer you a path where you can become a different person." (29:36-30:07)
Security & Self-Defense:
"I'd cut that [security] bill in half tomorrow if I had a great carry. For sure." (32:10)

5. Crime & Social Unrest (9:10, 52:30, 1:15:24)

Opening Rant:
Graphic narrative on violent crime, blaming Democrats:
"They put a bullet in a good man...they butchered a young girl just riding the train. Every day it’s another murder, another freak show. And behind it all, Democrats. Feeding the sickness..." (7:24)
BLM Fraud Allegations:
News of Black Lives Matter OKC leader indicted for wire fraud:
“BLM actually stands for black lesbian mansions.” (53:30)
Self-Defense Viral Video:
Play-by-play of a viral video where a thief is knocked out during an attempted robbery:
“The man ended up delivering a hot pocket rocket straight to the dome, right on the button, and drops his ass.” (1:15:29)

6. Immigration, Demographics, & Race (1:02:40)

White Genocide Rhetoric – Media Compilation:
Compilation of public statements celebrating the demographic decline of whites in America:
“White Americans will soon be a minority, and that's great… Treason to whiteness is loyalty to humanity…We gotta take these motherf-ers out…” (1:02:40)
Host: "There's no other race you could insert into that sentence and not lose your job…Why is that okay to say about any race?" (1:03:16)
Somali Refugee Speaks on Welfare System Abuse (1:11:33):
Refugee testifies about pressure from immigrant community to engage in welfare abuse:
“When I moved to the US, the first question members of my community asked was which tribe I belonged to. Then told me to go find discounted housing, sign up for Section 8, and government benefits… The community thought that was just a way of life." (1:12:20)

7. Congressional Hearings and Political Theater (48:26, 1:08:00)

Funding Cuts to New York City Security:
Congressman lambastes official for cutting federal security funds:
"What compelled you to knowingly make our cities less safe with these funding cuts?" (48:46)
Christi Noem’s “Obliteration” of Critics:
Noem’s defense of law enforcement:
"If you don't like the law, go change it. Quit bellyaching…quit hitting and attacking our ICE officers…We wouldn't let our children do that. Go do something that matters." (1:09:00)

8. Gas Prices and Economic Discourse (1:09:58)

Spotlight on Low Gas Prices:
Coverage of low gas prices in Colorado, mixed with sarcasm:
"Gas prices in Colorado are extremely low...$1.93 at the Exxon off Garden of the Gods Road...I want Trump to drone strike this entire interview." (1:10:11)

9. Host & Audience Community, Faith, and Charity Appeals (Throughout)

Listener Appeals for Help:
Jonathan facilitates donations for diapers and prayers for listeners in need (1:17:40).
Altar Call:
Ends with a prayer for salvation and offer of a book:
“Heavenly Father, I admit that I’ve sinned. I repent... I am saved. In Jesus name, amen. Pray that prayer, welcome to the family of God.” (1:19:50)
Promotion of Houston charity event and ongoing fundraising efforts.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On COVID and Censorship:
“It's crazy that all the people who got banned from YouTube during COVID are now in charge.”
— Jonathan Shuttlesworth (24:34)
On Vaccine Mandates, from Former CDC Director
“We knew since spring of 2021 that COVID vaccines can induce lethal side effects. They should have never been mandated.”
— Robert Redfield (Testimony at 37:04)
On Redemption & Christianity:
“That's one of the more beautiful aspects of Christianity...it does offer you a path to redemption, where you can become a different person.”
— Jelly Roll (29:55)
On Demographic Change:
“White Americans will soon be a minority, and that’s great…That’s an exciting transformation of the country.”
— Media Compilation (1:02:40)
On BLM Fraud:
“BLM actually stands for black lesbian mansions.”
— Jonathan Shuttlesworth (53:30)
On Political Rhetoric:
“They turned evil into a movement and they call it progress…We’re awake now. And justice. You better believe it’s coming.”
— Jonathan Shuttlesworth (Opening rant, 7:52)

Essential Timestamps

| Segment Topic | Timestamp | |-------------------------------------------------|:----------:| | Opening monologue on crime, “Democrat evil” | 07:24 | | Ilhan Omar/Immigration Fraud Claims | 08:17–12:30| | Minnesota COVID Fraud Coverage | 10:45 | | Katie McFarland on Venezuela Policy | 15:10 | | Alex Berenson - Moderna Vaccine Death | 22:34 | | Jelly Roll on Redemption, Gun Rights | 28:55 | | Ex-CDC Head Redfield on COVID Mandates | 36:30–40:20| | BLM OKC Fraud Indictment | 53:30 | | Media “White Genocide” Compilation | 1:02:40 | | Gas Prices, Sarcastic Economic Analysis | 1:09:58 | | Somali Refugee on Welfare Abuse | 1:11:33 | | Viral Robbery Self-Defense Video | 1:15:29 | | Charity Appeals, Salvation Prayer | 1:17:40–1:20:00|

Tone & Style

Language: Combative, irreverent, peppered with sarcasm, mainstream media opposition, and religious undertones.
Community: Show focuses on fostering camaraderie among listeners, with humor and direct appeals for charitable giving and prayer.
Approach: The episode is a blend of news analysis, personal opinion, faith-centered discussion, and interactive listener engagement.

Summary prepared for listeners who want a comprehensive, inside-out understanding of this episode, preserving the hosts’ distinctive voice and the conversation’s essential moments.

Real America’s Voice

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Political Corruption & Scandal (Ilhan Omar, Democrat Fraud)

Ilhan Omar Deportation Allegations (08:17):
Jonathan covers "breaking news" that Ilhan Omar may be facing deportation, citing alleged marriage fraud—"They have concrete evidence she married her brother to get into the country and they're going to look into deporting her."
Minnesota Democrat Fraud (10:45):
Reports that a Minneapolis restaurant owner closely linked to Omar was convicted of stealing $12 million in COVID funds.
"This scandal is going to rock the core of Minnesota politics."
Extended riffing on the “brazen” level of government fraud, and a tongue-in-cheek request for dinner readiness:
“I asked for dinner to be ready. Democrat, you were home all day. Democrat." (13:10)

2. Trump’s Foreign Policy & Venezuela (15:10)

Katie McFarland’s Analysis:
Former Trump Deputy NSA Katie McFarland praises Trump’s strategy seizing Venezuelan oil tankers to cripple the Maduro regime:
“If Trump takes away that $200 million a week, Venezuela pretty soon runs out of money … That’s the money Maduro uses to pay the military, to pay off all the bad guys, to keep himself in power” (16:34)
Discussion moves to US neglect of South America, rise of cartels, and China’s influence.

3. COVID, Vaccines, and Government Transparency (22:34, 36:30, 57:40)

Alex Berenson on Moderna’s Concealed Child Deaths:
"They basically hid that for almost three years...there was a preschool age child, a 2 to 5 year old, who suffered cardiorespiratory [death] in Moderna's own trial." (22:54)
Debate on Vaccine Side Effects and Censorship:
Frustration how early critics faced censorship, e.g.
"All the people who got banned from YouTube during COVID are now in charge. That’s crazy." (24:34)
Former CDC Director Redfield’s Testimony (36:33):
Redfield testifies that COVID vaccines can induce lethal side effects, admits lack of transparency, and regrets mandates:
"We knew since spring of 2021 that COVID vaccines can induce lethal side effects. They should have never been mandated." (37:04)
Host retorts: "You just tried to destroy anybody’s life that wasn’t cheerleading the vaccine. We all know that firsthand." (38:15)

4. Redemption, Felony Disenfranchisement, & Christianity (28:55)

Jelly Roll’s Story:
Discussion with the country artist about gun rights losses due to felony conviction, paths to redemption, and Christian forgiveness:
"I think it's important for people to have a path to redemption. I'm a redemption guy...That's one of the more beautiful aspects of Christianity. It does offer you a path where you can become a different person." (29:36-30:07)
Security & Self-Defense:
"I'd cut that [security] bill in half tomorrow if I had a great carry. For sure." (32:10)

5. Crime & Social Unrest (9:10, 52:30, 1:15:24)

Opening Rant:
Graphic narrative on violent crime, blaming Democrats:
"They put a bullet in a good man...they butchered a young girl just riding the train. Every day it’s another murder, another freak show. And behind it all, Democrats. Feeding the sickness..." (7:24)
BLM Fraud Allegations:
News of Black Lives Matter OKC leader indicted for wire fraud:
“BLM actually stands for black lesbian mansions.” (53:30)
Self-Defense Viral Video:
Play-by-play of a viral video where a thief is knocked out during an attempted robbery:
“The man ended up delivering a hot pocket rocket straight to the dome, right on the button, and drops his ass.” (1:15:29)

6. Immigration, Demographics, & Race (1:02:40)

White Genocide Rhetoric – Media Compilation:
Compilation of public statements celebrating the demographic decline of whites in America:
“White Americans will soon be a minority, and that's great… Treason to whiteness is loyalty to humanity…We gotta take these motherf-ers out…” (1:02:40)
Host: "There's no other race you could insert into that sentence and not lose your job…Why is that okay to say about any race?" (1:03:16)
Somali Refugee Speaks on Welfare System Abuse (1:11:33):
Refugee testifies about pressure from immigrant community to engage in welfare abuse:
“When I moved to the US, the first question members of my community asked was which tribe I belonged to. Then told me to go find discounted housing, sign up for Section 8, and government benefits… The community thought that was just a way of life." (1:12:20)

7. Congressional Hearings and Political Theater (48:26, 1:08:00)

Funding Cuts to New York City Security:
Congressman lambastes official for cutting federal security funds:
"What compelled you to knowingly make our cities less safe with these funding cuts?" (48:46)
Christi Noem’s “Obliteration” of Critics:
Noem’s defense of law enforcement:
"If you don't like the law, go change it. Quit bellyaching…quit hitting and attacking our ICE officers…We wouldn't let our children do that. Go do something that matters." (1:09:00)

8. Gas Prices and Economic Discourse (1:09:58)

Spotlight on Low Gas Prices:
Coverage of low gas prices in Colorado, mixed with sarcasm:
"Gas prices in Colorado are extremely low...$1.93 at the Exxon off Garden of the Gods Road...I want Trump to drone strike this entire interview." (1:10:11)

9. Host & Audience Community, Faith, and Charity Appeals (Throughout)

Listener Appeals for Help:
Jonathan facilitates donations for diapers and prayers for listeners in need (1:17:40).
Altar Call:
Ends with a prayer for salvation and offer of a book:
“Heavenly Father, I admit that I’ve sinned. I repent... I am saved. In Jesus name, amen. Pray that prayer, welcome to the family of God.” (1:19:50)
Promotion of Houston charity event and ongoing fundraising efforts.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

On COVID and Censorship:
“It's crazy that all the people who got banned from YouTube during COVID are now in charge.”
— Jonathan Shuttlesworth (24:34)
On Vaccine Mandates, from Former CDC Director
“We knew since spring of 2021 that COVID vaccines can induce lethal side effects. They should have never been mandated.”
— Robert Redfield (Testimony at 37:04)
On Redemption & Christianity:
“That's one of the more beautiful aspects of Christianity...it does offer you a path to redemption, where you can become a different person.”
— Jelly Roll (29:55)
On Demographic Change:
“White Americans will soon be a minority, and that’s great…That’s an exciting transformation of the country.”
— Media Compilation (1:02:40)
On BLM Fraud:
“BLM actually stands for black lesbian mansions.”
— Jonathan Shuttlesworth (53:30)
On Political Rhetoric:
“They turned evil into a movement and they call it progress…We’re awake now. And justice. You better believe it’s coming.”
— Jonathan Shuttlesworth (Opening rant, 7:52)

Essential Timestamps

Tone & Style

Language: Combative, irreverent, peppered with sarcasm, mainstream media opposition, and religious undertones.
Community: Show focuses on fostering camaraderie among listeners, with humor and direct appeals for charitable giving and prayer.
Approach: The episode is a blend of news analysis, personal opinion, faith-centered discussion, and interactive listener engagement.

Summary prepared for listeners who want a comprehensive, inside-out understanding of this episode, preserving the hosts’ distinctive voice and the conversation’s essential moments.

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Summary

Real America’s Voice

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Political Corruption & Scandal (Ilhan Omar, Democrat Fraud)

2. Trump’s Foreign Policy & Venezuela (15:10)

3. COVID, Vaccines, and Government Transparency (22:34, 36:30, 57:40)

4. Redemption, Felony Disenfranchisement, & Christianity (28:55)

5. Crime & Social Unrest (9:10, 52:30, 1:15:24)

6. Immigration, Demographics, & Race (1:02:40)

7. Congressional Hearings and Political Theater (48:26, 1:08:00)

8. Gas Prices and Economic Discourse (1:09:58)

9. Host & Audience Community, Faith, and Charity Appeals (Throughout)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Essential Timestamps

Tone & Style

Summary

Real America’s Voice

Episode Overview

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Political Corruption & Scandal (Ilhan Omar, Democrat Fraud)

2. Trump’s Foreign Policy & Venezuela (15:10)

3. COVID, Vaccines, and Government Transparency (22:34, 36:30, 57:40)

4. Redemption, Felony Disenfranchisement, & Christianity (28:55)

5. Crime & Social Unrest (9:10, 52:30, 1:15:24)

6. Immigration, Demographics, & Race (1:02:40)

7. Congressional Hearings and Political Theater (48:26, 1:08:00)

8. Gas Prices and Economic Discourse (1:09:58)

9. Host & Audience Community, Faith, and Charity Appeals (Throughout)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

Essential Timestamps

Tone & Style