Human Events with Jack Posobiec – October 3, 2025

Podcast: Real America’s Voice / iHeartPodcasts
Date: October 3, 2025
Host: Jack Posobiec
Guests: Kevin Sorbo (actor/author), Senator Markwayne Mullin (R-OK), Nick Sortor (journalist)

Episode Overview

This episode of Human Events dives into law and order controversies in American cities, the culture war over content in mainstream and alternative media, and freedom of the press amidst political violence. Broadcasting live from the Charlie Kirk Studio in Phoenix (since Kirk's recent murder), Jack Posobiec brings on guests to analyze current events from a staunchly conservative, America First perspective. The episode covers:

• Alleged political hypocrisy and bias in law enforcement (specifically, Portland protests/Antifa)
• The aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s murder and media reaction
• Culture war: Netflix’s programming and the mission of Brave Books
• The ongoing government shutdown and its political maneuvering in D.C.
• First-hand account of journalist Nick Sortor’s arrest covering protests in Portland

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. FBI Cuts Ties with ADL Amidst Conservative Pressure

• [00:28] Introduction of FBI Director Kash Patel’s move to sever the Bureau’s partnership with the Anti-Defamation League after conservative backlash, citing the ADL’s characterization of Charlie Kirk’s organization as “extremist.”
• Quote:

  "The bureau won't partner with political front masquerading as watchdogs." – (Reading Kash Patel statement, 00:46)

2. Street Unrest, Law Enforcement Double Standards & Anarcho-Tyranny

• Recaps the violent protests at the Portland ICE facility and Nick Sortor’s arrest while covering the event, noting the apparent lack of accountability for Antifa and aggressive law enforcement towards journalists.
• [02:32] Posobiec describes the phenomenon as “anarcho-tyranny”:

  "...the anarchists, they are allowed free reign... But if you go in and defend yourself, you, a law abiding citizen... you will be arrested as they attack you. That's the tyranny." – Jack Posobiec [03:10]

• Connects this to wider accusations of censorship, political violence (“lawfare,” “bullets like Charlie Kirk”) and targeting of dissidents.

3. Culture War: Netflix, Alleged Hypocrisy & Brave Books

• [09:59] Guest Kevin Sorbo critiques Hollywood and Netflix for celebrating Charlie Kirk’s murder and “indoctrinating” children.
• Notable Quotes:

  “...it’s so easy to rile up the left... I didn’t get blacklisted from Hollywood, I left Hollywood because it’s nothing but pedos there.” – Kevin Sorbo [10:09]
  “If someone had been celebrating... over George Floyd or something like that, they’d be run out of town. But for some reason, Netflix is totally fine to support a guy who celebrates the murder of Charlie Kirk.” – Jack Posobiec [10:56]

• Sorbo elaborates on Brave Books’ mission: promoting traditional values and providing a parental alternative to mainstream children’s content.
• [15:02]

  “They put books out that have positive messages... It’s the complete opposite of what our public schools want to do.” – Kevin Sorbo

On Classic Media and Family Values

“We showed Dick Van Dyke. I mean that show is still hilarious to this day..." – Kevin Sorbo [17:17]
"My seven year old right now is in love with Dick Van Dyke... thinks he’s the greatest actor." – Jack Posobiec [17:30]

4. Government Shutdown: D.C. Politics and Trump’s Authority

With Senator Markwayne Mullin

• [19:46] Mullin claims Democrats are paralyzed by their base and “Schumer shutdown” is largely performative.
• Asserts President Trump holds the reins during a shutdown, deciding which agencies are essential.
• Notable Explanation:

  "During a shutdown, the President has full discretion on what he deems essential and non essential... The President of the United States... has complete discretion..." – Sen. Markwayne Mullin [21:54]

• Predicts Democrats will reopen the government in time for DNC events, suggesting their “fight isn’t for real.”

  “A lie is sexier than the truth... they’re saying that Medicaid payments aren’t going out, Social Security... that’s a lie.” – Sen. Mullin [23:05]

5. Press Freedom: Nick Sortor’s Arrest and Portland Policing

Firsthand Testimony from Nick Sortor

• [28:14] Sortor recounts: covering chaos outside Portland’s ICE facility, being attacked by protesters, his attempt to de-escalate by approaching police, and shock at being arrested rather than his assailants.
• [30:26]

  “They were upset that I was filming them after they were being maced. I was filming them crying... and... when you don’t immediately give in to their demands, they come at you physically, aggressively.” – Nick Sortor

• Details portend a “targeted arrest” (per police terminology) despite lack of clear charges; Sortor suggests political motivation.
• Noteworthy Reflection:

  “It took over an hour for them to figure out what the charge was... They were taking phone calls from superiors... they were making it up as they went.” – Nick Sortor [32:45]

The Chilling Effect and Community Fear

• Sortor describes a climate of fear among residents, who avoid speaking out about Antifa protests.

• Cites lack of police intervention and balance:

  “They have just as many policing powers as any other cop... but if you watch Katie Daviscourt's video, you’ll see that liaison officer... just letting her go.” – Nick Sortor [44:10]

• “The double standard here is massively clear.” [41:38]

• [47:24] – Nick’s Resolve:

  “Dude, I’m not leaving. I extended the hotel for another week. They’re not gonna get rid of me.” “It’s gonna get worse for them.”

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Jack Posobiec on Anarcho-Tyranny:

  "That's the tyranny. You're a domestic terrorist if you try to defend yourself, if you try to protect your right to live, your right to exist." [03:10]

• Kevin Sorbo on Hollywood Culture:

  "I didn't get blacklisted from Hollywood. I left Hollywood because it's nothing but pedos there." [10:09]

• Senator Mullin on Shutdown Dynamics:

  "During a shutdown, the President has full discretion on what he deems essential and non essential..." [21:54]

• Nick Sortor on His Arrest:

  "It was a targeted arrest. That's their term, not my term." [36:14]

Timestamps for Major Segments

• [00:28] – FBI severs ties with ADL
• [02:32] – Analysis of Portland disorder, the ‘anarcho-tyranny’ concept
• [09:59] – Interview with Kevin Sorbo: Brave Books, Netflix, the state of Hollywood
• [19:46] – Interview with Senator Markwayne Mullin: shutdown politics and Trump’s D.C. leverage
• [28:14, 32:45] – Nick Sortor recounts arrest and street violence in Portland
• [36:11–42:44] – Discussion of law enforcement’s hands-off approach, chilling effect on residents
• [47:24] – Sortor’s commitment to continue coverage

Tone and Language

The episode’s tone is urgent, confrontational, and unapologetically partisan, using stark images of societal collapse, betrayal by institutions, and the need to “fight back.” The language is combative against perceived left-wing hypocrisy and vigilant in defense of conservative values, family, and press freedom.

Summary for Non-Listeners

Jack Posobiec leads a hard-hitting episode focused on political violence, perceived law enforcement double standards, the ongoing culture war in American media, and the practical implications of government shutdowns. Interviews with conservative figures and firsthand accounts from the ground drive home the central narrative: America is at a tipping point, and only vigilance, courage, and "America First" values can restore order and sanity. The episode weaves concerns about constitutional rights (especially press freedom), aggressive activism, and biased institutions into a narrative about the urgent need for action and alternative media.

If you want to understand why these events matter to the Real America’s Voice audience, this episode distills the current conservative anxieties, rallying points, and call to action.

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