Podcast Summary: Real America’s Voice at CPAC 2026 Live Coverage

Date: March 27, 2026
Podcast: Real America’s Voice (iHeartPodcasts)
Theme: Conservative political conference coverage with a focus on faith, American values, grassroots activism, minority outreach, economic policy, wellness, and veteran advocacy.

Episode Overview

This CPAC 2026 live coverage episode transports listeners to the heart of the Conservative Political Action Conference in Grapevine, Texas. The hosts deliver interviews, on-stage moments, worship sessions, policy roundtables, and reflections on key issues facing the Republican movement. Central topics include American values, freedom of speech, faith, anti-socialism/anti-Marxism messaging, minority outreach (notably to Hispanic voters), wellness and alternative medicine, defending U.S. sovereignty, and supporting America’s farmers and veterans.

Key Segments & Insights

1. Opening: Patriotism & National Anthem

• Hosts: Bo Davidson, David Zier, Ben Berkwam, Mercedes Schlapp, others
• Time: [04:22 - 06:51]
• The live coverage opens with a rousing performance of the National Anthem, setting a patriotic mood.
• Quote: “I couldn’t think of a better way to start this off than performing our national anthem. And we got the greatest guest ever. We have Mercedes Schlapp with us.” — Bo Davidson [06:54]

2. Interview with Mercedes Schlapp: The Freedom Movement and Latino Engagement

• Time: [07:02 - 09:27]
• Schlapp describes CPAC as a “family” united in fighting against socialism/Marxism and exalting faith and national sovereignty.
• Highlights the expanding global reach of CPAC, characterizing it as a “world movement.”
• Emphasizes the critical importance of the Hispanic/Latino vote, CPAC’s efforts with the Latino Coalition, and outreach through RAV Español.
• Critiques Democrats’ handling of issues like human trafficking, touting CPAC coalitions to address it.
• Quote:
  • “CPAC... is about a freedom movement that expands even beyond the United States... everyone’s coming together because what do they know? They know that President Trump inspires them. They know that we got to stick together to win elections. And they know that we have to stop Marxism and communism.” — Mercedes Schlapp [07:38]
  • "The Latino vote will be critical in these midterm elections... We have to go to their communities. We have to talk to them about what President Trump's agenda is, listen to their concerns..." — Mercedes Schlapp [08:45]

3. Tribute to Charlie Kirk: Faith & Legacy

• Speaker: Jack Posobiec
• Time: [10:32 - 12:53]
• Posobiec urges the audience to honor the late Charlie Kirk by reading and sharing daily scripture, emphasizing Kirk’s commitment to Christ.
• Asserts the conservative value hierarchy: "God, family, country."
• Quote:
  • “Charlie Kirk lived every day on this earth for Jesus Christ... If you want to do something in your daily lives... pick up the Bible every single day and find a piece of scripture... Because Charlie Kirk understood that Christ is king.” — Jack Posobiec [11:25]

4. Grassroots Voices: Youth, Local Candidates, and Tough Races

• Time: [13:42 - 21:11]
• Youth Activism: College Republicans like Colin McEvers discuss pro-ICE protests, advocating for “a Christian nation,” and organizing activism at the local level.
• Local Candidates:
  • April Williams Moore (State Board of Education candidate) denounces CAIR, and expresses concern over curriculum and religious rights.
  • Clark Wood (Judge candidate): underscores need for “MAGA, constitutional judges,” citing his military family background and commitment to “common sense in the courtroom.”
• Community Concerns:
  • Illinois citizens warn of CCP-linked companies purchasing farmland, risks to national security, and environmental concerns.

5. Faith & Worship: Unique to CPAC

• Time: [21:11 - 32:14]
• A live praise and worship service is featured prominently, with extended singing ("Worthy is Your Name") and devotional scripture from Nehemiah and 2nd Timothy.
• Links America’s foundational principles to biblical values.
• Key Moment/Quote:
  • “America is founded on the biblical principles that our forefathers used to write our Constitution.” — Ben Berkwam [24:33]
  • “The God that helped us create America is the same God that's going to allow America to stay free.” — Ben Berkwam [26:54]

6. Minority Outreach & Economic Inclusivity: RAV Español and Small Business

• Speaker: Julio Gonzalez (RAV Español President)
• Time: [39:17 - 44:47]
• RAV announces expanded Spanish-language programming, aiming to connect with Latino audiences on issues like entrepreneurship, Catholic faith, and tax/grant awareness.
• Gonzalez discusses redirecting tax incentives and grants from elite institutions to minority small business owners, encouraging minority entrepreneurship.
• Quote: "We're just trying to do a good job of creating that awareness because they need to take advantage of this... Small business owners typically don’t apply for grants." — Julio Gonzalez [42:49]

7. Governor Greg Abbott: Policy Stances on Foreign Investment and Radical Islam

• Time: [45:24 - 47:31]
• Governor Abbott touts Texas’ strict laws banning foreign adversaries (China, Russia, Iran, North Korea) from buying property.
• Expresses opposition to refugee resettlement from “terrorist countries,” identifying CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood as foreign terrorist organizations.
• Quote: “I signed a law this past session to ban the ability of any foreign adversary, like China, Russia, Iran or North Korea from buying property in the state of Texas.” — Gov. Abbott [45:24]

8. Donald Trump: Address to American Farmers

• Time: [47:40 - 82:22]
• President Trump addresses farmers from the White House, celebrating trade deals, tax cuts, regulatory relief, and the rollback of environmental restrictions.
• Announces permanent cuts to the farm estate tax and incentives for equipment, as well as new "Product of the USA" food labeling and expanded SBA loan guarantees.
• Several farmers testify to the positive impacts on their families and businesses.
• Trump criticizes the Biden administration, attributes “golden age” status to U.S. agriculture under his policies, and denounces men in women’s sports and “environmental terrorists.”
• Quotes:
  • “With the help of Republicans in Congress, we passed the largest tax cuts in American history... With an average refund so far of almost $5,000, a record.” — Donald Trump [50:00 approx.]
  • “The same God will call America to be free and to be a light unto this world.” — Trump, paraphrasing Ben Berkwam from earlier in the CPAC session

9. Veterans Affairs & Mental Health Advocacy

• Speakers: John Spagnola (Veterans Strategic Solutions), David Zier
• Time: [84:45 - 113:44]
• Spagnola champions “written informed consent” for high-risk prescription drugs for veterans, sharing federal legislation and alternative therapies (canine, hyperbaric, acupuncture, etc.).
• Advocates for policy reforms to reduce veteran suicide, pointing to the dangers of psychiatric medications.
• Quote:
  • “The first symptom on these high-risk drugs like antidepressants, antipsychotics, is actually suicide ideation.” — John Spagnola [85:36]

10. Wellness & Alternative Health (MAGA Health Panel: ‘Make America Healthy Again’)

• Speakers: Dr. Gina Louden, Barbara Lowry, Luke Branquinho
• Time: [86:07 - 104:32]
• The panel discusses nutrition, homeopathy, ivermectin, sunlight, exercise, sleep, and skepticism of mainstream medical authorities.
• Homeopath Barbara Lowry describes success with homeopathy for childhood illness and cancer support.
• Dr. Gina Louden highlights alternative therapies, vaccine skepticism, home birthing, and screen time dangers for children.
• Branquinho, a rodeo champion, discusses diabetes management through diet and exercise.
• Ivermectin is presented in a highly positive light for broad medical uses.
• Memorable Quotes:
  • "Everything they told you for the last 50 years is probably a lie. So question everything. But you’re conservatives and you already do that." — Dr. Gina Louden [103:52]
  • "Homeopathy is a holistic medicine... its own distinct form of medicine." — Barbara Lowry [88:44]

11. Pharmaceutical Policy & Market Structure Critique

• Speakers: Steve Moore, Tim D., Panel
• Time: [113:57 - 117:38]
• The economic panel condemns middlemen (PBMs), AARP, and insurance-driven price opacity in pharmaceuticals. Calls for market reform and price transparency.
• Favorably references Trump’s efforts (Trump RX).

12. Entertainment & Community

• Speaker: Alex Stein
• Time: [117:38 - 121:42]
• Recap of new entertainment features at CPAC (music, comedy), and discussion of the generational and ideological diversity present at the event.
• Stein describes participation in "Fish Tank," a livestreamed reality competition.

Notable Quotes by Timestamp

• Mercedes Schlapp:
  “CPAC ... is about a freedom movement that expands even beyond the United States ...” [07:38]
• Jack Posobiec:
  "Charlie Kirk lived every day on this earth for Jesus Christ..." [11:25]
• April Williams Moore:
  “CAIR ... have more rights than we do as Christians. And this is a Christian nation.” [16:21]
• Ben Berkwam:
  "America is founded on the biblical principles that our forefathers used to write our Constitution." [24:33]
• Julio Gonzalez:
  "We're just trying to do a good job of creating that awareness because they need to take advantage of this." [42:49]
• Governor Abbott:
  "I signed a law ... to ban the ability of any foreign adversary ... from buying property in the state of Texas." [45:24]
• Donald Trump:
  “With the help of Republicans in Congress, we passed the largest tax cuts in American history..." [50:00 approx.]
• John Spagnola:
  "The first symptom on these high-risk drugs like antidepressants, antipsychotics, is actually suicide ideation." [85:36]
• Dr. Gina Louden:
  "Everything they told you for the last 50 years is probably a lie. So question everything." [103:52]

Memorable Moments

• National anthem & worship session — blending faith and patriotism as CPAC distinctives [04:52, 21:11]
• Live prayer for American renewal based on the Book of Nehemiah [25:43]
• Trump’s address to farmers — mixing showmanship with policy announcements, audience participation [Multiple segments]
• Veterans' advocacy detailed and actionable, with legislative call-to-action [110:39 - 113:25]
• Lively discussion of alternative health, with personal journeys and contrarian medical advice [86:07 - 104:32]
• Alex Stein’s announcement about his viral “Fish Tank” reality show appearance [118:47 - 120:34]

Segment Timestamps Index

• Opening Anthem & Welcome: 04:22–06:51
• Mercedes Schlapp Interview: 07:02–09:27
• Jack Posobiec on Charlie Kirk: 10:32–12:53
• Youth Activism & Local Elections: 13:42–21:11
• Praise & Worship: 21:11–32:14
• RAV Español & Hispanic Outreach: 39:17–44:47
• Gov. Abbott on Foreign Policy: 45:24–47:31
• Donald Trump Farmer Speech: 47:40–82:22
• Veterans Advocacy: 84:45–113:44
• Make America Healthy Again Panel: 86:07–104:32
• Pharmaceutical Policy Panel: 113:57–117:38
• CPAC Entertainment: 117:38–121:42

Tone & Language

The episode carries an impassioned, faith-infused, and unapologetically conservative tone throughout. The speakers blend personal testimony, policy detail, humor, and exhortation with overt religious language and populist framing. The language is often direct, patriotic, and combative toward political opponents and alternative worldviews.

Summary for New Listeners

If you missed this episode, you missed a vivid cross-section of CPAC’s conservative movement: faith-driven patriotism, community activism, deep concern for “traditional values” in public life, and energetic efforts to mobilize, especially around issues of religious freedom, border security, minority outreach, family health and sovereignty, farming, and veterans’ welfare. The episode blends worship, politics, grassroots stories, expert panels (on everything from tax law to alternative medicine), and classic CPAC exuberance—an immersive, on-the-ground portrait of the right’s priorities moving into 2026.