Real America’s Voice | Live From Studio 6B – Monday, January 5, 2026

Date: January 6, 2026
Host: Damon, with Slick Rick (sports), Paul Nolan (news), Rick Delgado (headlines), Aaron and Fran (production)
Podcast Theme: Unfiltered news, opinion, politics, culture and events from an unabashedly America-first, conservative perspective with a loose, conversational, and humorous tone.

Episode Overview

This action-packed first show of 2026 delivered a deep dive into recent groundbreaking news: the U.S. military’s daring capture of Venezuelan dictator Nicolás Maduro under orders from President Trump. The hosts broke down the implications for geopolitics, celebrated the return of American military decisiveness, and weighed in on ongoing domestic issues including activism-fueled property rights debates, protests, and local politics. Rounding out the episode: NFL playoff chaos, coaching shakeups, and the latest social media firestorms.

Key Segments and Insights

1. Opening Banter & Weekly Kickoff (00:02–04:00)

• The hosts exchange New Year’s wishes and share weekend stories, including comedy shows and film recommendations.
• Paul Nolan talks about shifting viewing habits towards “angel films” and away from violence, joking about current movies and a plan to spotlight uplifting media.
  Quote:
  Paul Nolan: “As a born-again guy, I find myself not wanting to watch smut. I don’t like horror movies anymore. I don’t like shoot-’em-ups as much as I used to.” (03:07)

2. First Word: The Capture of Nicolás Maduro (“Maduro Snatched!”) (04:39–11:01)

• Breaking news: Early Saturday morning, Delta Force covertly abducted Maduro in Caracas, flew him to USS Iwo Jima, and neutralized Venezuelan military sites—no U.S. casualties.
• Account relayed in high-drama, patriotic language; Trump had warned Maduro previously: surrender or face "the long arm of American justice."
• Political and military risks analyzed—hosts emphasize precision, courage, and calculated resolve over “luck.”
• Opposition lambasted for focusing on legalities, while ignoring fentanyl and cartel threats.
• Geopolitical ramifications: message to Russia, China, Iran, Cuba (“your days are over”), symbolism in bombing the Hugo Chavez shrine.
• Trump’s “peace through strength” doctrine cited as the difference-maker compared to prior administrations’ perceived weakness or dithering.
• Quote:
  Host: “America is winning again. I don’t care what anyone says. Bigly. The enemies of freedom are now officially on notice in 2026.” (09:48)

3. Panel Reactions: Military Decisiveness vs. Forever Wars (11:01–13:07)

• Contrast drawn between rapid, clean operation in Venezuela and the open-ended spending/entanglement in Ukraine.
• Hosts poke at media/Congress for overhyping risks—label the operation a “spicy arrest” rather than a war. Paul Nolan: “There’s more murder in Chicago on a weekend than … in this removal of a legitimate psychopathic dictator …” (12:39)

4. Sports Recap: NFL Playoff Drama & More (15:11–23:31, 56:38–59:34, 73:14–77:27)

• Slick Rick serves up a detailed rundown of weekend NFL chaos: playoff berths, coaching firings (“Black Monday”), and wild plays.
• Notable moment: discussion of a Catholic priest blessing the Steelers’ field before a clutch win; conversations about online vitriol against players (and their partners) who miss big plays.
• Quote:
  Damon: “If your ‘war’ is over before your Keurig can brew your morning coffee, it’s probably better to call it more of a spicy arrest than a war.” (12:28)

5. In-Depth News: Paid Protests & Astroturfing in U.S. Politics (25:19–29:44)

• Paul Nolan spotlights Adam Stewart from “Crowds on Demand”—a business paying actors to create the illusion of grassroots protest.
• Debate ensues about the ethics: Stewart claims legality and peaceful intent, Paul slams enabling potential violence and property damage. Quote:
  Paul Nolan: “If you’re paying people to cause a ruckus, you’re part of the problem … there should be some kind of accountability.” (27:14)

6. Main Headlines: Venezuela, Trial, & Political Fallout (29:54–37:01)

• Maduro’s U.S. Arraignment: Pleads not guilty to criminal charges in NY; court date in March; held in Brooklyn.
• Presidential and Defense Secretary statements played, highlighting operation’s scope and intent.
• Democrats’ “flip-flop” on Venezuela called out: previously demanded action, now criticize it.
• Anna Navarro (The View) clip notes many exiled Venezuelans are celebrating Maduro’s fall—“for us this is a very, very happy day … brought me to tears.” (35:23)
• Quote:
  Rick Delgado: “The Biden admin actually put the bounty out on him. … They flip-flop and are complaining that Trump is doing too much.” (34:39)

7. Legal Analysis and Speculation (39:34–47:33)

• Why is the Maduro trial happening in New York, not Florida? Jury pool and political context debated.
• Governor DeSantis tweets skepticism about a NYC jury convicting Maduro; some hosts express distrust of Southern District of NY’s objectivity.
• Discussion broadens: U.S. intervention history in Venezuela, Trump’s transparency about oil interests, possible geopolitical dominoes (esp. China/Iran).
• Briefly, hosts debate who will “run” Venezuela during this power vacuum, tossing out Marco Rubio as a contender.

8. Domestic Policy: Property Rights, Housing, and Socialism in New York (48:29–56:31)

• Paul Nolan details NYC’s move towards collective ownership policies. Sia Weaver, a new housing official, is called out for anti-private-property tweets and radical ideology.
• Damon: “The left pulls no punches … When they take power, they go for the jugular.”
• Debate over leftist governance, North Korea comparisons, and what this means for property owners.

9. Quick Takes & Notable Clips

The “Seditious Six” (86:40–89:47)

• Mark Kelly, part of a group accused of urging military to ignore presidential orders, faces pension downgrade.
• Back-and-forth on historical precedent, media coverage, and military chain of command.

Hilton Hotels vs. Homeland Security (92:06–94:46)

• DHS publicly slams Hilton for canceling officers’ bookings in Minneapolis, accuses them of “siding with murderers and rapists.”
• Social media backlash prompts Hilton to backpedal and apologize.

10. Closing Notes & Lighter Moments

• Sports: Hershey Bears’ tradition of 81,000 teddy bears thrown on ice for charity (91:20).
• Running jokes about Tim Walz (dubbed “Tampon Timmy”) quitting Minnesota’s governor race amid a fraud scandal.
• Martina Navratilova’s anti-U.S. tweet about Venezuela met with laughs and dismissiveness.
• End of show: Hosts salute Victor Davis Hanson’s successful cancer surgery and reflect on America’s “winning” moment.

Notable Quotes & Moments with Timestamps

• “America is winning again. I don't care what anyone says. Bigly.” – Host (09:48)
• “If your ‘war’ is over before your Keurig can brew your morning coffee, it's probably better to call it more of a spicy arrest than a war.” – Host (12:28)
• “There's more murder in Chicago on a weekend than … in this removal of a legitimate psychopathic dictator.” – Paul Nolan (12:39)
• “If you're paying people to cause a ruckus, you're part of the problem … there should be some kind of accountability.” – Paul Nolan (27:14)
• “The Biden admin actually put the bounty out on him. … They flip-flop and are complaining that Trump is doing too much.” – Rick Delgado (34:39)
• “This was a strategic punch in the throat and it was perfect in my opinion.” – Paul Nolan, on the Venezuela operation (11:54)
• Anna Navarro on The View: “For us this is a very, very happy day when we see a dictator who has been part of oppressing … in handcuffs and held to some sort of accountability … it brought me to tears.” (35:23)
• Pete Hegseth: “Be proud of the incredible vessels that you bring to life. They are the guarantee of freedom, the guardians of our people, peace. … We will build the arsenal of freedom.” (77:53)
• Paul Nolan: “Activism is always a way for useless people to feel important, even if the consequences of their activism are counterproductive for those they claim to be helping …” (paraphrasing Thomas Sowell, 52:33)

Structure & Tone

• Tone: Bold, unapologetic, patriotic, with frequent banter and pop-cultural asides; skeptical of mainstream narratives and Democratic leadership.
• Style: Panel format; interspersed with media clips, live audience interaction, comedy, and sports.
• Segments: “First word” (monologue), sports, news panel, headline review, social commentary.

For Listeners: Why This Episode Stands Out

If you missed the show, you missed:

• An inside-the-studio, minute-to-minute retelling of Maduro’s snatch by U.S. forces—and why it signals a shift in American resolve.
• No-holds-barred critique of left-leaning politicians, property rights debates, protest industries, and select media hypocrisy.
• Analysis of how domestic and foreign events connect for American security and freedom.
• Classic sports breakdowns (with all the unexpected upsets and drama), plus unique charity traditions and coaching shakeups.
• Quotable moments, meme-worthy jokes, and a unique community feel.

Listen in for:

• High-octane deconstruction of a major international event, right after it broke.
• Candid reactions and dissenting voices within the right-of-center spectrum.
• Laughs, inside jokes, and all the main stories you’ll be discussing tomorrow.

For full context and all the fun, check out the full episode at Real America’s Voice.