Real America’s Voice – Live From Studio 6B
Episode Date: December 17, 2025
Theme: Unfiltered political commentary, in-depth analysis of current events, and exclusive, live coverage of President Trump's White House Hanukkah Reception, with discussion on media bias, Republican strategy, and more.
Episode Overview
On this episode of Live From Studio 6B (December 17, 2025), the team delivers a whirlwind of current-events analysis centered on Republican strategy, media credibility, political infighting, and public perceptions. A centerpiece of the episode is the group’s live coverage of President Trump’s Hanukkah Reception from the White House East Room, featuring extensive remarks by the former president, and reactions from leading conservative media personalities. The crew also delves into the fallout from a controversial Vanity Fair article about Trump’s chief of staff, Republican congressional challenges, and notable news headlines.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Opening Banter & Show Format [03:20–08:10]
- Hosts: Damon, Big D, Rick Delgado, Vinnie Mac, Sid Rosenberg
- Introduction of the team, with a joking, energetic back-and-forth that establishes their camaraderie and irreverent tone.
- They preview the night's coverage: sports, news, and most notably, live coverage of Trump’s Hanukkah Reception.
2. Vanity Fair Article Controversy [08:27–21:45]
- Segment focus: Dissection of a Vanity Fair piece about Susie Wiles (Trump's Chief of Staff) and its depiction of internal Trump-world dynamics.
- Main critique: The hosts argue mainstream media like Vanity Fair have entrenched liberal biases, describing the article as a “hatchet job” meant to sow division within Trump’s team.
- Damon: “Why do Republicans continue to give privileged access to mainstream media... not your friends. They have a Democrat agenda... determined to destroy them if they can.” [09:03]
- Vinnie Mac: “I just cannot accept any information that comes from them... Just another piece of garbage that they put out.” [11:38]
- Rick Delgado: Reads Susie Wiles’ public response, calling the article a “disingenuously framed hit piece... significant context was disregarded.” [19:47]
Notable Quotes
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J.D. Vance, responding to being called a “conspiracy theorist”:
“At least on some of these conspiracy theories, it turns out a conspiracy theory is just something that was true six months before the media admitted it.” (16:17) -
Caroline Levitt (Trump White House Press Secretary):
“You will leave out important context, leave out comments and facts... Probably because it didn’t push this false narrative of chaos and confusion...” (18:03)
3. President Trump’s Midterm & Party Strategy [26:32–34:47]
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Discussion about the necessity of energizing Republican turnout for upcoming midterms.
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Vinnie Mac and Damon emphasize Elon Musk's support and the need for unity despite “rinos” and division.
- “We need the votes. We have to get a bigger majority to do this stuff we’re doing. So, you know, rise above that.” [31:01]
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Damon, on McConnell and party establishment:
“His legacy is debt, debt, and more debt. Greasing the skids for Obama and running against every single good conservative candidate we ever had.” [34:48] -
Commentary on voter turnout, internal party sabotage, and legislative gridlock.
4. FBI, Mar-a-Lago Raid, and Media Narrative [36:01–39:36]
- Rick Delgado details revelations that the FBI did not believe it had probable cause for the Mar-a-Lago raid and was pressured by the Biden DOJ.
- John Ratcliffe on the evidence photo: “They manipulated the whole thing.” [37:32]
- CNN segment: “The FBI brought those sheets… put them on the floor, then took photographs and then leaked the photographs.” [38:39]
- The hosts criticize the politicization and media handling of the event, accusing the DOJ of evidence staging.
5. LIVE: President Trump’s Hanukkah Reception – East Room, White House [39:42–81:06]
Segment: Extensive, full coverage.
- Trump’s remarks are wide-ranging, blending holiday themes, political messaging, stories about White House guests, reminiscences about his administration’s relationship with Israel, the Abraham Accords, combating anti-Semitism, and criticism of the Biden administration and Congress.
Highlights & Memorable Moments
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On U.S.–Israel relations and anti-Semitism in Congress:
"You have a Congress in particular which is becoming anti Semitic. ... You have those people, Ilhan Omar, she hates Jewish people. And you have to be very careful because there’s been a big change." [~59:15]
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Touting White House accomplishments for Israel:
“Within days of taking office, I signed a historic Executive order to combat the vile scourge of anti-Semitism...”
"I officially recognized the true capital of Israel and opened the American embassy in Jerusalem."
“We did Israel and we did peace in the Middle East, and we have a real peace. That’s a real peace.” [various, 60:00–73:00] -
Personal, off-the-cuff asides:
- Calls Mark Levin and Sid Rosenberg to the stage, lavishing praise and jokes (“If he didn’t say [I was the healthiest], I would never have talked to him again…” [40:37])
- Mark Levin:
"This is our first Jewish president. Now he's the first Jewish president to serve two— not consecutive presidencies." [45:16] - Sid Rosenberg (Radio Host), emotionally reacting:
“Outside of the birth of my two children, President Trump, this right now is the greatest moment of my life.” [46:56] - Jokes about building a $400M ballroom at the White House:
"We just won the case. We're donating a $400 million ballroom, and we got sued not to build it... For 150 years, they've wanted a ballroom…" [76:00+]
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Trump with classic style—jokes, asides, veiled slaps at political rivals, and live reactions to events in the room (noting a guest needing medical attention, teasing Mark Levin’s wife, etc.).
Post-Speech Reactions [81:06–83:44]
- The panelists are effusive:
- Damon: "I don’t know, enjoy it, because you’ll never see it again after him. Nothing like that will ever… There’s just no one else who can do it.” [81:49]
- Vinnie Mac: "He was weaving in and out of compliments and insults… like Don Rickles meets George Carlin." [82:01]
- Sid Rosenberg: “I want to make sure Julia is okay. I don't care about anybody else… Don’t see anything happen to Julia.” [83:17]
- “He is priceless. We were talking off the air, never again will we see a president that talks so openly, so candidly…” [83:27]
6. News Headlines & Sports Highlights
Sports [22:12–25:56; 94:44–97:47; 113:31–116:15]
- Mick Foley (WWE) quits over WWE/Trump ties; hosts mock the significance.
- Michigan football scandal; university policy on inappropriate relationships.
- Commentary on athletes’ responses to Australian gun control.
- NBA: Cooper Flagg breaks LeBron James’ record for most points by an 18-year-old.
- Golf: Phil Mickelson and WW2 bomb found at a UK course.
News Headlines [84:53 onward]
- Brown University shooting: Discussion about law enforcement transparency and use of surveillance.
- ICE raids in Minnesota: Vinnie Mac laments public resistance against deporting illegal immigrants with criminal records.
- “It’s incredible how the left has manipulated information through the media to get people this riled up…” [102:21]
- Oversight Committee delays Clinton Epstein testimony; includes Trump’s 2015 “island” comments: “That island was really a cesspool. There’s no question about it. Just ask Prince Andrew.” [105:50]
- Dan Crenshaw vs. Sean Ryan (podcaster) feud: Ryan says Crenshaw’s legal threats are retaliation for scrutiny over congressional wealth.
Notable Quotes & Timestamps
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Damon, on media bias:
"Why do Republicans continue to give privileged access to mainstream media... not your friends. They have a Democrat agenda." [09:03] -
J.D. Vance, on the "conspiracy theorist" label:
"A conspiracy theory is just something that was true six months before the media admitted it." [16:17] -
President Trump, on anti-Semitism:
"You have a Congress in particular which is becoming anti-Semitic... You have those people, Ilhan Omar, she hates Jewish people." [59:15] -
Sid Rosenberg, after Trump calls him up:
“Outside of the birth of my two children, President Trump, this right now is the greatest moment of my life." [46:56] -
Damon, after Trump’s speech:
"Enjoy it, because you’ll never see it again after him." [81:49]
Segment Timestamps
- Vanity Fair/Media analysis: 08:27–21:45
- Republican Midterm Strategy: 26:32–34:47
- FBI/Mar-a-Lago Discussion: 36:01–39:36
- Trump Hanukkah Address (Live): 39:42–81:06
- Post-Address Panel Reaction: 81:06–84:13
- Local/National News Headlines: 84:53–103:55
- Closing Stories and Wrap-up: 110:16–end
Conclusion
This episode delivers a charged, fast-moving blend of "real news, honest views" through the show's signature mix of humor, skepticism, and passionate defense of Trump and America-first politics. The highlight—a full, live broadcast and reaction to Trump’s signature, off-the-cuff, high-energy East Room remarks—showcases the panel’s admiration for his style and their conviction that no other political figure can replicate it. Alongside, the team’s take on media spin, party infighting, and government gridlock round out a substantive, high-engagement listen for political enthusiasts—especially those skeptical of mainstream narratives.