Real America’s Voice: Live From Studio 6B

Episode Air Date: November 26, 2025
Host: iHeartPodcasts
Panelists: Fran, Slick, Aaron, Vinnie Mac, Rick Delgado
Special Guest: Miles Grimard, CEO of Brick House Nutrition

Episode Overview

This episode of Live From Studio 6B blends humor, camaraderie, and spirited debate as the panel discusses Thanksgiving, current events in politics, sports, and viewer engagement. The panel shared personal holiday plans, examined both lighthearted and controversial news—from presidential turkey pardons to gun rights, tariffs, and the state of US manufacturing—and fielded strong reactions to issues around gender identity in sports and locker rooms. The show maintained a lively, opinionated, and often playful vibe, engaging the audience throughout with interactive polls and direct responses to comments.

Key Topics & Discussion Points

1. Thanksgiving Plans and Traditions

[03:19–12:32]

• Each host discussed their Thanksgiving plans, ranging from watching the Cowboys game to juggling family visits.
• Banter about controlling mealtimes around football:
  • Slick: “At 4:25, we're watching football... this has been going on since I'm 11 years old.” (10:10)
• The “Best Thanksgiving Food” poll divided the panel and sparked many playful debates.

2. Presidential Turkey Pardons and Political Satire

[12:32–16:12]

• Recap of former President Trump’s performance at the turkey pardoning event, including satirical jabs at past presidents and political adversaries:
  • Trump jokes about naming turkeys “Chuck and Nancy,” saying, "I wouldn't pardon them. I wouldn't care what Melania told me. Darling, I think it would be a nice thing to do— I won't do it, darling." (13:54)
  • Jabs at President Biden invalidating past turkey pardons “because he used an auto-pen.” (14:31)
• The segment was introduced with lighthearted mockery of the event’s theatrical nature.

3. Thanksgiving Food Polls and Audience Interaction

[20:04–31:34]

• The audience responded enthusiastically to a live poll: “The best Thanksgiving day food is blank…”
  • Stuffing and non-stuffing options (candied yams, cranberry chutney, brisket) ignited debate.
  • Slick: “I make a mean cranberry chutney…with orange zest and clove and garlic…” (21:06)
  • By segment’s end, “something not stuffing” was leading at 43% (30:05).

4. Sports Roundup: Gambling Scandal and Gender Controversy

[22:05–25:26]

• Slick covered the FBI’s indictment of NBA coach Chauncey Billups in a gambling ring scandal—discussion mixed surprise and disbelief at the risks NBA figures take.
• Discussion of Jamie Booker’s disqualification from a women’s bodybuilding title after it was revealed “she was born male.”
  • Slick: “This whole thing is just absolutely crazy. I mean, no business being in here taking title from the women.” (24:41)
• Fun tangent comparing Booker's physique to The Rock’s Maui character from “Moana.” (25:01)

5. Tariffs, US Manufacturing, and Economic Analysis

[25:35–29:06]

• In-depth debate: Are Trump’s tariffs working?
  • Vinnie Mac argued tariffs are performing as intended, forcing companies (Volkswagen, Adidas, Toyota) to absorb losses instead of passing costs to consumers.
  • Fran raised concerns about five straight months of manufacturing job losses, referencing Bloomberg. Vinnie Mac insisted that “these things take time” and predicted a jobs boom in 2026.

6. Senator Gallego, Military Orders, and 'Diaper Diplomacy'

[31:33–43:06]

• Panel discussed a viral video of Senator Gallego and other Democrats encouraging military personnel to “defy illegal orders”—sparking accusations of political manipulation.
• Fran: “He needs a script. Why do you need a script if this is something you truly feel passionate about?” (41:37)
• The concept of deliberate “doubt-sowing” and psychological operations (psyops) was proposed as a leftist strategy to undermine the Trump administration.

7. Ukraine-Russia Peace Negotiations

[46:49–52:53]

• Rick Delgado: Ukraine agreed to US-proposed core peace terms as Russia kept up attacks.
• Fran & Vinnie Mac debated conservative concerns that territorial concessions to Russia could be seen as rewarding aggression.
  • Vinnie Mac: “All I’m talking about here… just ending this war. And if that’s what it takes—then shut up, everybody…this is what you got.” (52:45)

8. Social Media Bots, Divisive Narratives, and Elon Musk’s Purge

[56:26–60:31]

• Vinnie Mac: Exposed proliferation of fake “MAGA” accounts pushing anti-Trump ‘splintering’ on X (formerly Twitter) and other platforms, attributed to foreign interests.
  • Aaron: “It’s all about sowing doubt and…running the psyop and creating that narrative...” (59:52)
• Applauded Musk’s efforts to expose and remove such accounts.

9. Federal Reserve & Economy: Who’s Next as Fed Chair?

[62:05–66:18]

• The panel discussed President Trump’s upcoming Fed Chair nomination; favorites include Kevin Hassett, Christopher Waller, and Kevin Warsh.
  • Fran: “Why do you like that guy?”
  • Fran (on his pick): “He’s good looking, young… that’s what Trump’s going to want.” (64:33)
• Emphasis on the critical importance of interest rate cuts and economic momentum heading toward midterms.

10. Controversies in Gender Identity, Women’s Spaces, and Sports

[74:34–77:17]

• Viral confrontation: Tish Hyman (LA singer/songwriter) challenges Eric Swalwell, California gubernatorial candidate, to oppose men in women’s spaces.
  • Hyman: “There are 45 men in the women’s prisons right now, raping them, picking them out like chicken. The trans men are not women, and they’re raping women.” (74:56)
• Swalwell avoided a direct answer; Hyman called child transitions “abuse,” generating enthusiastic panel support.
  • Vinnie Mac: “Well done, Tish!” (77:13)

11. Gun Rights and Supreme Court Challenges

[85:44–88:01]

• Hawaii’s new law restricting concealed carry on private business property drew DOJ scrutiny as “blatantly unconstitutional.”
• Prediction that, much like the 2022 Bruen case, this law would likely be overturned by the Supreme Court.

12. DOOGE (Department of Government Oversight & Efficiency) Rumors

[88:01–91:38]

• Conflicting reports on whether Doge was quietly disbanded.
  • Vinnie Mac: “This is the most important department Trump created...I’d be really disappointed if Doge was no longer around.” (89:32)
  • Fran disagreed, citing credible sources claiming Doge has been dissolved and “sprinkled” into other agencies.

13. Final Rapid-Fire: Panel Picks & Notable News

[92:11–97:38]

• Notable sports updates: First NFL transgender cheerleader alleges discrimination; NCAA reverses rule allowing college athletes to bet on pro sports.
• Vinnie Mac cited an AMAC article stating Democrats’ affordability promises are “empty” and “not believable” heading into midterms.

Special Guest Segment

Miles Grimard, CEO of Brick House Nutrition
[78:55–85:25]

• Discussed Brick House’s 30% off Black Friday sale and how products like “Lean” (appetite regulation/weight loss), “Field of Greens,” and gender-specific creatine blends are making a difference, supported by university studies.
• Panelist Rick Delgado shared personal testimony as an enthusiastic customer.

Notable Quotes

• Slick: “At 4:25, we're watching football… This has been going on since I'm 11.” [10:10]
• Trump (impersonation): “I wouldn't pardon them. I wouldn't care what Melania told me. Darling, I think it would be a nice thing to do— I won't do it, darling.” [13:54]
• Vinnie Mac: “They’re not just raising the prices as everybody said they would, they’re taking it on the chin. And I’m happy to see this—this is what [tariffs] were intended to do.” [25:50]
• Hyman (to Swalwell): “There are 45 men in the women’s prisons right now, raping them, picking them out like chicken. The trans men are not women, and they’re raping women.” [74:56]
• Vinnie Mac: “All I’m talking about here… just ending this war. And if that’s what it takes—then shut up, everybody…this is what you got.” [52:45]
• Fran: “He needs a script. Why do you need a script if this is something you truly feel passionate about?” [41:37]
• Aaron: “It’s all about sowing doubt and, you know, running the psyop and creating that narrative…” [59:52]

Timestamps of Important Segments

• Thanksgiving Plans & Poll: 03:19–12:32, 20:04–31:34, 44:13–46:37
• Presidential Turkey Pardons (Trump Satire): 12:33–16:12
• Sports Controversies: 22:05–25:26, 92:35–94:58
• Tariffs & Manufacturing: 25:35–29:06
• Senator Gallego / Military Orders: 31:33–43:06
• Ukraine Peace Talks: 46:49–52:53
• Fake Social Media Bots/X: 56:26–60:31
• Fed Chair Predictions & Economic Outlook: 62:05–66:18
• Tish Hyman vs Swalwell, Gender in Sports: 74:34–77:17
• Gun Rights & SCOTUS: 85:44–88:01
• Doge Rumors: 88:01–91:38
• Brick House Nutrition Interview: 78:55–85:25

Overall Tone

Informal, conversational, irreverent, and highly opinionated. The show frequently mixed news commentary with personal anecdotes, inside jokes, playful teasing, and strong pushback against mainstream narratives. Audience interaction was a consistent focus, with the hosts encouraging participation and responding to live feedback, aiming to create a sense of community grounded in shared American values and skepticism of political elites.

Utility for Non-Listeners

This summary covers major issues, recurring themes, and the spirit of the conversation, capturing both the substance and character of Live From Studio 6B for anyone who missed the broadcast.