Real America’s Voice: CHECK THE NEWS – October 25th, 2025
Overview
This episode of "CHECK THE NEWS" on Real America’s Voice, hosted by Jonathan Shuttlesworth, delivers a rapid-fire blend of current events, political commentary, pop culture critique, and social observations—all filtered through a distinctly conservative, satirical, and sometimes irreverent lens. Major topics include the ongoing government shutdown, economic optimism from the Trump administration, controversial statements from political and media figures, cultural debates, and cartel and law enforcement news. The host regularly mixes news, parody, and banter, punctuated by sharp jokes and personal anecdotes.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
The Government Shutdown: Satire & Criticism
[08:59]–[11:20]
- The segment opens with a parody song mocking Democrats and the government shutdown, set to "The 12 Days of Christmas." Each refrain blames Democrats for various woes, from missed paychecks to closed parks, unfunded schools, and even “sombreros on Hakeem Jeffries.”
- Quote: “On the 12th day of shutdown, the Dems gave to me, 12 bills not passing… and some prayers on Hakeem Jeffries.” – [10:50], Jonathan Shuttlesworth
- The host emphasizes the real-world impact: “Millions of American federal workers are under enormous financial stress as a result, wondering how they will pay their bills and take care of their families.” – [11:20]
Tone: Heavily sarcastic and mocking; satirical take on Democratic leadership and the mainstream narrative.
Economic Outlook: Optimism from Trump’s Treasury
[12:18]–[14:40]
- The host spotlights remarks by Treasury Secretary Scott Besant heralding a strong 2026–2027, with inflation down, energy deflation, and higher take-home for workers. Besant also touts:
- No tax on tips, overtime, Social Security
- Refunds and real income increases for working Americans
- “We’ve gotten [the] affordability crisis under control. The first thing to getting it under control was stopping the Biden inflation. Now that we’ve done that…” – [14:25], Scott Besant (quoted)
- Host’s commentary: “You have not heard talk like this in a long time… The Treasury Secretary’s not some bureaucratic nitwit. He ran a $2 billion hedge fund, so he knows what he’s talking about.” – [13:45], Jonathan
Tone: Triumphant and slightly incredulous at media and investor pessimism.
Media & Cultural Criticism
Candace Owens and Trump Conspiracy
[16:05]
- Host reacts to Candace Owens, whom he calls “officially nuts,” alleging direct Trump involvement in Charlie Kirk’s death.
- Quote: “She’s saying that President Trump had Charlie Kirk killed. Like, coming right out and saying it... Take it away, you nut case.” – [16:20], Jonathan
- Plays and responds to Owens' emotional statements questioning political loyalty, holidays after assassinations, and the “signature” pattern of a "boulevard."
Obama Media Pass & Basketball Satire
[28:25]
- Revisits old footage of Obama unsuccessfully shooting hoops at the White House.
- Quote: “Can you imagine if Trump did this? They’d say he’s not mentally fit... The media running cover on Obama, the whitest black man since... I don’t know who.” – [28:35]
- Criticizes perceived media double standards.
Hillary Clinton’s 2016 Dismissal of Trump
[34:10]
- Recalls Clinton laughing off the notion of a Trump win. Host mocks her former confidence and her inability to take criticism on social media.
Gun Control & Straw Purchase Satire
[35:15]
- Features a 2004 government instructional video on straw firearms purchases, lampooning the absurdity of criminals using bolt-action deer rifles, and mocking anti-gun crime narratives.
- Quote: “Can you imagine? You’re in the Bloods or Crips… they all got 9 millimeters modified to be automatic fire, and you’re like, is that a single shot deer rifle?” – [36:00]
U.S. Policy and National Security
Military Action on Drug Cartels
[19:45]–[45:34]
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announces successful strikes on cartel boats; Jonathan expounds on the risk of being a cartel boat captain.
- Quote: “It used to be awesome to be in the cartels... Then now you’re gonna die... If you take this guy's place... what’s your chances of survival? 50%? 70%?” – [20:15]
- Later, Senator Marco Rubio and the host agree on the importance of blowing up cartel “drug boats” and criticize press sympathy for cartels.
- Quote: “Why is anyone upset that drug boats are getting blown up?... The press—there’s no crime they won’t stick up for: kill babies in the womb, leave the cartels alone…” – [52:27]
Social Commentary & Cultural Disputes
Debates over Abortion and Men’s Rights
[43:30]
- Jonathan rails against activists who claim men can’t have an opinion on abortion.
- Quote: “When you’re talking about a moral argument, your gender does not change the validity of your argument.” – [44:40]
Satirical Street Interviews on Human Rights
[50:00]
- Plays street interviews exposing logical inconsistencies among pro-choice demonstrators.
- Quote: “We’re in favor of [human rights]… For everybody? Yes… Even people in the womb? Well, I hate babies.” – [50:08] (man-on-the-street interview)
Cartel News, NBA Commentary, and Gambling Scandal
[53:00–56:50]
- Reports on Portland Trailblazers coach Chauncey Billups indicted for illegal poker tied to the mafia.
- Observes “the mafia got replaced by worse crime,” and puzzles why one would gamble illegally “like it’s 1981.”
Mainstream Media & White House Coverage
Jake Tapper’s Interview with Israeli Hostage’s Mother
[36:45]
- Host condemns Tapper’s tone, calling it “one of the more disgusting mainstream media comments you’ll ever see.”
- Quote: “This lady’s son is being held hostage by Hamas... and Jake Tapper asks her if she confronted Elon [Musk] about [X] being a cesspool since he purchased the site.” – [37:00]
The View’s Whoopi Goldberg on Trump’s White House Renovations
[59:00]
- Jonathan ridicules Goldberg for falsely claiming taxpayer dollars pay for the White House ballroom renovations, resorting to personal jabs at her appearance.
Biden’s Age and Health – The Colbert Interview
[46:38]
- Colbert interviews Biden’s former press secretary and a Biden fundraiser; Jonathan mocks their insistence that Biden was “mentally sharp,” calling it a lie and noting even Democrats “took him out” after the debate.
- Quote: “I knew a man that was mentally sharp. He was like, needs to be in a home two years before.” – [48:56]
Israel, U.S. Aid, and Anti-Semitism
[1:03:50–end]
- Jonathan fiercely defends U.S. aid and support for Israel, pushing back on comments equating Israel’s actions with regional autocracies.
- Quote: “It’s just a hatred for Jews in Israel. Now get me the roast duck in white sauce.” – [1:04:46]
- Critiques the focus on Israeli conduct without equal scrutiny for countries like Qatar, Saudi Arabia, or Iran.
Notable Quotes & Moments
- “If you help us reopen the government, the sombrero memes will stop.” – [11:20]
- “She looks crazy in the eye… As soon as they give you a boulevard and a holiday, they definitely killed you.” – [16:50], Jonathan on Candace Owens
- “You have not heard talk like this in a long time… The Treasury Secretary’s not some bureaucratic nitwit. He ran a $2 billion hedge fund.” – [13:45]
- “He always looks like somebody just sprayed an unpleasant odor in his face. He’s like male menopause.” – [37:30], on Jake Tapper
- “Why is anyone upset that drug boats are getting blown up… The press, there’s no crime they won’t stick up for: kill babies in the womb, leave the cartels alone…” – [52:27]
- “Saudi Arabia did or Iran—was it Israelis that were shoving students at UCLA? … If it was all Jewish students shoving students… it would be national outcry. But if it’s Palestinian flags… it’s okay.” – [1:06:02]
- Closing advice: “The next time life feels overwhelming… utter these six words: I am a child of God. Watch your perspective change.” – [1:02:05]
Timestamps for Important Segments
| Time | Segment/Topic | |----------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 08:59 | Parody “12 Days of Shutdown” song mocking Democrats and government shutdown fall-out | | 12:18 | Treasury Secretary Scott Besant’s economic optimism, tax reforms, and predictions for 2026–27 | | 16:05 | Candace Owens accuses Trump of conspiracy in Charlie Kirk’s death | | 19:45 | U.S. military action against cartels; effects on drug trafficking | | 28:25 | Obama’s poor basketball performance and perceived media bias | | 34:10 | Flashback to Clinton dismissing Trump’s chances in 2016 | | 35:15 | Mockery of government straw purchase gun control training video | | 36:45 | Jake Tapper's interview with Israeli hostage’s mother; critical media commentary | | 43:30 | Abortion debate—validity of men’s opinion in pro-life/pro-choice arguments | | 46:38 | Colbert, Biden’s press secretary, and Democratic narratives about Biden’s health | | 50:00 | Satirical street interviews on the inconsistency of 'human rights for all' among activists | | 52:27 | Marco Rubio & U.S. policy on cartel “drug boats” | | 53:00 | Chauncey Billups NBA & illegal gambling/mafia scandal | | 59:00 | Whoopi Goldberg on The View—debunking claims about Trump/White House spending | | 1:03:50 | Israel, U.S. foreign aid, and anti-Semitism debate |
Tone and Approach
- Satirical & Unfiltered: The host frequently uses humor, parody, and direct confrontation—often crossing into personal mockery or scorn for political foes.
- Populist, “America First” Viewpoint: Strong, repeated emphasis on American values, Christian morals, and skepticism toward mainstream media and progressive movements.
- Community Engagement: Directly references regular viewers by name and interacts with their comments.
Summary for New Listeners
This episode typifies "CHECK THE NEWS" on Real America’s Voice—part rapid-fire news roundup, part social commentary, part comedic roast. The tone is unapologetically partisan and irreverent, blending serious policy issues (government shutdown, cartel violence, economic policy) with caustic criticism of political opponents and cultural figures. Listeners can expect a mix of satire, conservative angst, and direct engagement with Christian and nationalist values, delivered with a combative (and sometimes outrageous) sense of humor.