Real America's Voice: Live From Studio 6B
Episode Theme: Unfiltered Analysis of the Minneapolis ICE Shooting, U.S. Political Reactions, and National News
Date: January 7, 2026
Host & Panel: Damon ("Big D"), Paul Nolan, Rick Delgado, Kevin Downey Jr., Slick Rick (Sports)
Overview
This episode centers on the breaking news of a controversial shooting in Minneapolis involving an ICE officer and a protester. The panel delivers multi-angle analysis—legal, political, and cultural—accented by spirited banter and personal takes. Broader national issues are interwoven: state political scandals, sports headlines, Trump administration policies, and commentary on global uprisings. Notable voices of Right-leaning media dissect narratives and react in real time to emerging clips and developments.
Key Segments & Timelines
1. Setting the Scene & Introduction
[00:52–02:28]
- Technical difficulties force a location change to the America First Warehouse.
- The panel (Big D, Paul Nolan, Rick Delgado, Kevin Downey Jr., Slick Rick) is introduced.
- Main news teased: Minneapolis ICE-related shooting.
2. The Minneapolis ICE Shooting: Facts, Video, and Narratives
[03:28–21:10; Resumes throughout]
A. Initial Breakdown & Legal Insights
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[04:02] Big D relays analysis from Amy Swearer (American Freedom):
“There’s no real question. It was quite obviously a legally justified use of deadly force by a law enforcement officer.” -
Video angles confirm the ICE officer was clipped by a fleeing car, supporting justification for deadly force.
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Amy Swearer further states:
“It's entirely possible for both of the following to be true: One, the driver did not subjectively intend to run over the ICE agent...Two, the ICE agent...reasonably feared she was about to slam on the gas and run him over."
B. Panel Reactions: Law, Media, and Political Spin
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[06:37] Rick Delgado adds mainstream reporting: the suspect was attempting to flee and endangered law enforcement.
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Mayor Jacob Fry’s pre- and post-shooting statements are played:
- [08:32] (pre-shooting):
"Somebody is going to get seriously injured or killed, that's what they want." - [11:37] (post-shooting):
“What they are doing is causing chaos and distrust... so they are already trying to spin this as an action of self defense.”
- [08:32] (pre-shooting):
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Paul Nolan links the event to previous Minneapolis unrest and a possible political “rallying cry.”
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[13:17] Kevin Downey Jr. notes the ICE officer involved had previously been struck by a car:
“This officer has been hit by a car before earlier this year. He might be like, all right, not never again…” -
Emphasis on left-wing exploitation of the event for political purposes; skepticism that a new wave of unrest will meet prior levels of outrage given racial factors.
- [09:35] Rick:
“It’s not a black man. Right. It wasn’t a black man. ...there's gonna be a difference.”
- [09:35] Rick:
C. Social/Media Observations
- Left-leaning media accused of cherry-picking video angles to suit a narrative.
- [18:44] “You watch too many movies. Stop. ...He’d be dead in less than one if she went at him. Right.” — Debunking misconceptions about shooting tires.
D. Sociopolitical Commentary
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[20:27] Paul Nolan:
"These people feel as though they are completely unaccountable for their actions. And that's on purpose." -
ICE and police regularly risk their lives amid politicized hostility.
3. State & Local Political Fallout: Minnesota Corruption and Tim Waltz
[50:25–55:57]
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Panel discusses Governor Tim Waltz’s response to scrutiny over fraud and calls for his resignation after losing political support.
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Audio is played of Waltz refusing to step down:
“It ain't happening. I'm not going anywhere. ...I will fight this thing till the very end to make this state better.” — Tim Waltz [52:18]
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Waltz threatens to activate the National Guard in response to tensions with federal authorities, prompting panelists to decry it as seditious.
- “That sounds like a seditious threat to me.” — Damon [54:12]
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Panel predicts political demise for Waltz, tying the shooting to a needed distraction from state-level corruption scandals.
4. Broader National & Global Issues
NATO, U.S. Foreign Policy, Iran & Venezuela
[27:20–31:02] [39:42–46:02]
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Discussion of Trump’s (somewhat tongue-in-cheek) push to annex Greenland, using historic context and strategic analysis.
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Austrian NATO response clip played—threatening to expel U.S. forces if America pursues heavy-handed diplomacy.
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Iranian Uprising:
- Kevin Downey Jr. and the panel emphasize the seriousness of Iranian citizens revolting against their government, naming a street after Trump in gratitude for perceived U.S. support.
- “Trump isn't just saving the nation. I think he's saving the world.” — Kevin Downey Jr. [40:15]
- “Now the protesters have allegedly taken over two cities and cops...have said we’re on your side.” [39:42]
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Maduro’s arrest in Venezuela is hailed as a major shift; reference to Democratic outrage.
5. Housing, Institutional Investors, and the Great Reset
[35:52–37:34]
- News of Trump’s proposal to ban institutional investors from buying single-family homes to combat housing unaffordability is discussed.
- “People live in homes, not corporations.” — Excerpt from Trump’s Truth Social Post [35:55]
- Panel explains BlackRock and similar firms’ tactics: buy multiple houses, inflate market comps, price out locals.
- Paul Nolan:
“…they buy five houses for 400,000 each. They'll sell two of them for 700, change the comp…and then next they own a neighborhood. It's evil genius, really.” [37:03]
6. Spotlight: Woke Rhetoric, Homeownership, and Media Bias
[31:02–34:52]; [59:26–60:51]
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NYC mayoral aide Sia Weaver, who called homeownership “a tool of white supremacy,” is confronted over her own family’s wealth.
- Panel plays old clips and quotes her:
“Impoverish the white middle class. Homeownership is racist.” - Satirical, irreverent panel banter follows.
- Panel plays old clips and quotes her:
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Media critique: Newsweek headline (“ICE detains man who lived in US since he was a baby”) debunked; man actually had a lengthy criminal record and deportation order.
7. Sports & Pop Culture
[21:41–26:49]; [64:45–68:36; 91:47–94:03]
- Trump supports NFL coach John Harbaugh after a controversial firing; panel discusses coaching politics and potential Trump effect.
- The Oakland A’s are moving to Las Vegas amidst branding obstacles; banter over possible new team names (“Blackjacks,” “Golden Nuggets”).
- NHL highlight: Epic fight between Ryan Reaves and Matthew Olivier replayed and discussed for its toughness.
- NFL player Matt Khalil sues ex-wife for embarrassing public remarks—used as comic relief.
8. Wellness Segment: Dr. Kelly Victory on Weight Loss Drugs
[75:39–83:56]
- Dr. Kelly Victory (Wellness Company) discusses U.S. obesity pandemic and the surge in GLP-1 medications.
- Highlights drawbacks of injectable GLP-1s:
- Can cause muscle—including cardiac muscle—loss.
- Oral alternatives (such as “Drop” by Wellness Company) may have fewer side effects.
- “Start small, make small changes,” Dr. Victory advises for sustainable weight loss. [82:22]
- Discount code for listeners promoted.
9. Closing: Corruption, ICE, Immigration, and Panel Wraps
[87:01–end]
- Former judge Hannah Dugan resigns after federal jury convicts her of obstructing ICE; surveillance video shown.
- Trump’s vow to restrict buybacks and dividends at defense firms lauded as a blow to the “military industrial complex.”
- Kevin Downey Jr.:
“If true, if it happens, this will rip the guts out of the military industrial complex.” [89:57]
- Kevin Downey Jr.:
- Recap of key stories, extended banter, plugs for live events, and show’s close.
Memorable Quotes
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On the shooting:
“How is the officer supposed to make that decision in split seconds when he's standing there in front of a 4,500 pound car that you are now clearly starting to accelerate?”
— Damon [11:37] -
On political reactions:
“They're already trying to spin this as an action of self defense. ...How does anybody know?”
— Rick Delgado [11:56] -
On cultural and media issues:
“These people feel as though they are completely unaccountable for their actions. And that's on purpose. It's by design.”
— Paul Nolan [20:27] -
On Iran uprising:
“Trump isn’t just saving the nation. I think he’s saving the world.”
— Kevin Downey Jr. [40:15] -
On housing and institutional investors:
“People live in homes, not corporations.”
— Quoting Trump Truth Social [35:55] -
On Governor Tim Waltz:
“It ain't happening. I'm not going anywhere. ...I will fight this thing till the very end to make this state better.”
— Tim Waltz [52:18]
Tone and Style
- Language: Conversational, bantering, at times irreverent, often sarcastic or satirical; typical for a late-night panel show with strong political leanings.
- Approach: Blunt critiques of political figures and mainstream media, sharp humor, frequent pop culture references.
- Structure: Segmented by topic but interwoven with ongoing call-backs, self-deprecating humor, and audience engagement. Frequent cross-talk, friendly ribbing, and energetic debate.
Additional Notable Segments
- Event promotion for Stay Awake America tour [70:08]
- Riffing on sports (NHL, NFL firings) [21:41+]
- Audience shout-outs and interactive elements (Rumble chat banter)
- Technical notes about studio relocation due to equipment issues
For Listeners
This episode delivers in-depth analysis on an ICE shooting in Minneapolis—combing through legal, political, and cultural angles—while critically examining media narratives, ongoing state-level corruption, and national/international power plays (Iran, Venezuela, NATO). Interlaced are segments on housing policy, extremism in urban government, and raucous sports commentary, all suffused with humor and pointed skepticism toward mainstream narratives. If you missed the live air, this summary will keep you up-to-date and ready for the next debate.
