Live From Studio 6B – September 8, 2025

Podcast: Real America’s Voice
Host: Damon & Team (Rick Delgado, Paul Nolan, Aaron, Arthur Pfitzenmeier, et al.)
Date: September 9, 2025

Episode Overview

Main Theme:
Tonight’s episode features a blend of energetic banter, upcoming event hype, sharp sports analysis, and, centrally, an extended, deeply charged discussion about crime, media narratives, and the murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zaruska in Charlotte, NC. The panel contrasts media coverage of this tragedy with that of George Floyd, launching into broader commentary on race, justice, and the failure of American institutions. The episode maintains its signature irreverent, unfiltered tone, with a strong undercurrent of political skepticism and cultural critique.

Key Segments & Discussions

1. Opening Banter, Upcoming Event Hype [02:31–06:25]

Highlights:

• Promotion for the "Rebels, Rogues, and Outlaws" tour at the America First Warehouse, featuring Steve Bannon and Peter Navarro, as well as a special three-hour live episode of Studio 6B.
• High-energy discussion about the value and uniqueness of the America First Warehouse as an event venue.
• Friendly jabs and camaraderie on air.

2. Sports Check-In & Competition Recap [06:26–20:33]

Highlights:

• Aaron and the team discuss their weekend sports picks (NFL, college football), wins and losses, and fantasy football woes.
• Rick Delgado shares his parlay win:

  “I did a four pick parlay for last night’s game... I nailed it... it paid me $320.” (Rick Delgado, 06:55)

• Live "odds makers" segment: panel makes picks on the Monday Night Football matchup (Minnesota Vikings vs. Chicago Bears).
• Lots of banter, quick digs, and playful challenges.

3. Main Topic: Media, Crime, and the Narrative [07:56–16:14 & 26:30–37:36]

A. Damon’s Editorial on Crime, Race, and Media [07:56–13:16]

Damon launches an extended, passionate editorial contrasting media and cultural reactions to two crimes:

• George Floyd (2020): Portrayed as a martyr, sparked national protests; the panel characterizes Floyd as a career criminal whose death was exploited for political and cultural “revolution.”
• Iryna Zaruska (2025): Ukrainian refugee murdered on public transit in Charlotte by a repeat violent offender, Decarlos Brown, with minimal media attention or national outrage.

Key Quotes:

“The left turned George Floyd into a martyr... Politicians tripped over themselves to demonize cops and demonize America itself... But videos can deceive. They’re snapshots, not stories.” (Damon, 08:57)

“Black on white crime? Yes, it’s a thing, and an epidemic. It’s the third rail of American discourse... The truth doesn’t fit the narrative.” (Damon, 10:56)

Citations of FBI and DOJ data bolster Damon’s thesis about the prevalence of “career criminals” and systemic failures.

B. Panel Reaction – Double Standards & Outrage [13:16–16:14, 26:30–37:36]

Paul Nolan, Rick Delgado, and Aaron respond:

• Paul:

  “This is a perfect example of a Democrat-run world... a hate crime... I posted it... because I knew the media wouldn’t pick it up. I couldn’t have been more disgusted by the whole thing.” (Paul Nolan, 13:21)

• Rick:

  “You look at that and go, there’s a reason to walk around with your head on a swivel... This is exactly the world we live in where criminals are celebrated... you don’t want anybody to feel bad, everybody gets a trophy.” (Rick Delgado, 26:38)

• Conversation directly critiques the Charlotte mayor’s response, and the larger reluctance to confront uncomfortable realities about crime and race.

C. Audience Feedback & Media Analysis [31:36–35:42]

• Listener "Todd Davis" chimes in via social ("Do something about it... black people have suffered..."), prompting pushback from Paul and Damon.
• Rick and Paul deconstruct CNN’s Brian Stelter’s framing of the Zaruska killing as a "MAGA-made" story, accusing media of focusing more on “republicans’ response” than the reality of the crime itself.

“How can someone that stupid be on that kind of TV and say something that’s... absolutely ignorant of all facts?” (Damon, 35:16)

4. Crime, Law Enforcement, and the Debate Over Solutions [37:36–46:40]

A. Charlotte’s Mayor & Community Responses [42:54–46:05]

• The mayor calls for “compassion for the perpetrator,” drawing heavy ire from the panel:

  “She’s actually angry that the video came out... How do you coexist with people like this?” (Damon, 41:18)

• Residents’ comments focus on mental health services, calling violent offenders “unhoused” and citing “camera systems” as deterrents—statements the panel mocks as hopelessly naïve.

B. Expanding Blame & Policy Critique

• Damon points out that both Democrat and “too many Red State governors” support jail depopulation and so-called “reform,” a rare critique that crosses party lines.

5. News Highlights: Immigration, Israel/Gaza, and Policy [53:01–59:52]

- Anti-Israel Boycotts in Hollywood:

• Over a thousand celebrities sign a pledge to boycott Israel’s film industry, accused of "genocide in Gaza."
• Damon and Paul dismiss the genocide charge and mockingly challenge signatories’ logic.

- Trump’s Supreme Court Immigration “Win”:

• Supreme Court allows ICE to proceed with raids; described as a “win for Trump.”
• Local Chicago coverage: ICE launches Operation Midway Blitz to target criminal illegal aliens; liberal officials resist, instructing public to film and share arrests.

6. Lighter Sports & Viral Stories [65:05–74:22]

- Ongoing Monday Night Football update; MLB playoff chase.

- Viral "Phillies Karen" story recap:

• Crowd debate about whether a father should have given up a home run ball to a demanding woman; humorous panel split over the “right way” to handle public confrontations.

“Anytime you’re watching, well, anybody who thinks that guy stole her ball because it was closer to her seat—you’re a soy boy.” (Paul Nolan, 68:54)

7. Home Title Theft—Expert Interview [74:22–81:55]

• Former FBI SSA Arthur Pfitzenmeier explains the mechanics of home title theft, dangers of digital title transfer, and how predatory actors exploit vulnerable homeowners.
• Practical prevention tips and a special offer for podcast listeners.

8. President Trump at White House Religious Liberty Committee [82:33–91:08]

- Clips and reactions:

• Trump vows Americans “will never apologize for their faith,” announces protections for school prayer.
• Jokes about Ben Carson, the Olympics/World Cup bids, and roasts Senator Tim Kaine.
• On Kaine:

  “The notion our rights come from our creator is, quote, extremely troubling to him. Isn’t that terrible though?” (Trump via Rick Delgado, 90:12)

Notable Quotes & Moments

• Damon − On media & crime:

  “Videos can deceive. They’re snapshots, not stories.”

• Paul Nolan:

  “We have black fatigue. We have BLM fatigue. We’re so sick and tired of being gaslighted and labeled.”

• Rick Delgado:

  “This is exactly what’s happened in Charlotte—you got the stupid mayor down there... who doesn’t want anybody saying anything... against a murderer.”

• On immigration/Chicago:

  “Once you guys apprehend the criminals, why not get rid of them right then and there—boom. That’s it.” (Ben Berkwom, 59:52)

Important Timestamps

• Upfront event hype & banter: [02:31–06:25]
• Sports/odds segment: [06:26–20:33]
• Damon’s editorial on crime/media: [07:56–13:16]
• Panel reaction to Zaruska murder: [13:16–16:14, 26:30–37:36]
• Media analysis and Stelter clip: [33:20–35:42]
• Mayor/community response, policy critique: [41:06–46:40]
• Sports viral moment (“Phillies Karen”): [65:05–74:22]
• Home Title Theft expert interview: [74:22–81:55]
• Trump clips, religious liberty hearing: [82:33–91:08]

Tone & Takeaways

• Direct, unapologetic, and often confrontational.
• The hosts pride themselves on challenging mainstream or “liberal” narratives about race, crime, and justice, positioning Real America’s Voice as “truth-tellers.”
• The episode mixes humor and seriousness—sports talk and viral stories provide levity amid pointed social criticism.
• The audience is encouraged not just to be informed but roused to skepticism and action.
• Central Message: The mainstream media and political establishments obscure hard truths about crime and social policy; only platforms like RAV “dare” to lay out the facts as the hosts see them.

For Listeners:

This episode offers a deep dive into current events, filtered through a lens of conservative skepticism about media and political elites. While the panel discusses controversial topics, they do so with brash humor, frank talk, and little concern for political correctness—hallmarks of the Real America’s Voice brand. If you missed it, this summary gives you all the fiery exchanges, main arguments, and a map of where the show goes next.