Live From Studio 6B - March 18, 2026 [Real America’s Voice/iHeartPodcasts]

Episode Overview

Main Theme:
The episode offers the usual blend of irreverent political and cultural commentary, live sports updates, audience engagement, and pointed discussion on current events. The panel’s tone is candid, patriotic, and occasionally skeptical, especially regarding mainstream narratives and political decision-making in Washington. The standout thematic arc is the fallout from (and reaction to) intelligence official Joe Kent’s post-resignation interview, the escalation in the US/Iran conflict, and continued skepticism of establishment narratives on policy, sports, and culture.

Key Segments & Highlights

1. Opening Banter & Sports Headlines

Timestamps: 03:02 – 05:37, 20:30 – 23:40, 47:59 – 49:55

• The hosts—Slick Rick, Big D, Rick Delgado, Paul Nolan, and Damon—settle in, joking about March Madness brackets and their local New York weather.
• March Madness fever: Panel compares brackets, discusses strategies (chalking, wild picks), and personal college favorites. ("I just went all chalk…Have to pick my alma mater." – Slick Rick, 05:11)
• Updates on NCAA games and World Baseball Classic news, including Venezuela upsetting Team USA ("Nobody believed in Venezuela, but now we won the championship today." – Eugenio Suarez/recap, 22:13)

2. Joe Kent & Iran Debate

Timestamps: 07:18 – 20:28, 24:42 – 26:13

• Panel reviews a fresh Tucker Carlson interview with Joe Kent (former National Counterterrorism Director), who, days after resigning, claimed Iran was not pursuing nuclear weapons and blamed “media donor pressure” for US escalation.
• Memorable Quotes:
  • "I just have a problem with 48 hours removed from being in that position…you run to this guy [Tucker]? I just don’t think that’s the time and place." – Slick Rick, 08:52
  • "You’re going to believe the people that have been behind most of the terrorist activity…just because there’s a fatwa?" – Rick Delgado, 09:32
  • Panel questions Kent’s motivations, speculating on influence from Kent’s current spouse and his shift from original stances. ("He’s done a complete 180…It was a central part of his two times running for office." – Slick Rick, 14:22)
• Ongoing audience and online social media reactions are woven throughout, as the hosts weigh the impact of Kent’s revelations as well as allegations he’s under FBI investigation for leaks.

3. Middle East Conflict & The Domestic Angle

Timestamps: 30:43 – 36:11

• Updates on US/Israeli military strikes in Iran, including the targeted killing of Iran’s intelligence minister and the operation “Epic Fury.”
• US officials and NATO’s Mark Rudy discuss the need to secure the Strait of Hormuz for global oil stability.
• Panel underscores the economic and strategic importance of controlling oil flows for US and allies. ("We need to have a stable oil market…energy independence, all through taking down Iran." – Damon, 12:00; “The more oil coming in…means stable markets globally…Keep the oil flowing, baby.” – Damon, 35:55)
• France and Estonia express conditional willingness to join security efforts in the Strait, given the economic stakes.

4. US Domestic Affairs: Voter Integrity & NY State Taxes

Timestamps: 53:28 – 61:46, 82:08 – 87:28

• Governors and attorneys general back Trump’s “SAVE Act” (Safeguard American Voter Eligibility), pushing for stricter voter ID and proof-of-citizenship; discuss Senate hurdles, Democrats’ opposition, and the political chess match.
• "Gaps give states undue influence…you never know what will happen on any bill until you fight it on the floor." – Damon, 56:07 & quoting Rachel Bovard
• NY Gov. Kathy Hochul pleads for wealthy residents to return and support generous social programs, despite prior "get out" rhetoric toward Republicans ("I need people who are high net worth to support the generous social programs." – Hochul, 83:35)
• Panel skewers NY’s economic policies, future death taxes, and hypocrisy in “shaming” the wealthy after driving them away.

5. Political Theater: Rand Paul vs. Markwayne Mullin

Timestamps: 37:56 – 47:52

• Highlights of heated Senate exchanges: Rand Paul pressures Markwayne Mullin to address past statements seemingly endorsing violence (“tell it to my face”), and Mullin defends personal conflict resolution styles.
• Panel debate whether Mullin’s behavior discredits him, weaving in his previous defense of the Capitol officer in the Ashley Babbitt shooting.
• General consensus: political decorum is at a low; government feels like “professional wrestling.” – (Damon, 46:43)

6. Medicaid Fraud & California Hospice Scam

Timestamps: 71:57 – 75:34

• Paul Nolan runs clips and summaries of the California hospice fraud investigation (Nick Shirley)—thousands of percent increase in MediCal expenditures, rampant abuse, and ties to organized fraud.
• Oz and Nolan preview further Medicaid fraud investigations targeting Florida’s home care industry.

7. Audience Engagement, Cultural Talk & Humor

Timestamps: Sprinkled throughout; e.g., 87:30 – 89:13 (California ballot harvesting), 92:15 (Paul’s “Forever War” X thread)

• Frequent in-jokes, running bits, and playful interruptions ("Have you seen this Slick Rick guy?") maintain a loose, energetic tone.
• “Trump goes to Ireland”—comedic skit featuring Trump, John Kennedy, and Biden on St. Patrick’s Day (93:26–98:51), poking fun at their personas and Irish-American clichés.

Notable Quotes & Moments (with Timestamps)

• On media leaks and ex-government officials:
  "48 hours…you run to [Tucker]? Even if it’s true, most people don’t believe it. What's relevant is energy and oil stability." – Slick Rick/Damon, 08:52–12:00

• On Iran strategy:
  "This is a clean break from an entire arrangement…no more hiding behind alliances that won’t act. This is the US calling its own shots." – Paul Nolan, 90:22

• On New York’s tax exodus:
  "I need people who are high net worth to support the generous social programs that we want in our state." – Gov. Kathy Hochul (clip), 83:35
  "The arrogance of a communist in one clip." – Slick Rick, 83:01

• On government dysfunction:
  "There’s nothing left. No decorum…just professional wrestling." – Damon, 46:43

• On MAGA polling:
  "If you are a member of MAGA and GOP, you approve of Donald John Trump. 0% say disapprove." – CNN’s Harry Enten (clip), 63:10

Other Segments & Side Notes

• March Madness sports analysis alongside updates from MLB and NHL.
• Product placements: Bleacher Report app, Whimsound smart speaker, Sacred Human health products.
• Miscellaneous humor: Skits and playful roasting between hosts.
• Social media: Paul Nolan promotes a viral X (Twitter) thread summarizing the show’s take on the Iran situation.

Useful Timestamps

• 07:18 — Joe Kent’s Iran interview reaction
• 17:01 — Panel’s continued skepticism on ex-officials’ media tours
• 32:26 — Iran Intelligence Minister's killing & response
• 34:21 — NATO, oil security in Strait of Hormuz
• 37:04 — John Fetterman on "leader of Democratic party"
• 42:39 — Mullin’s defense of Capitol shooting
• 45:34 — Rand Paul/Mullin confrontation
• 61:24 — Senate debate on Voter ID (SAVE Act)
• 82:08 — NY Gov. Hochul pleads for wealthy migration reversal
• 87:30 — CA ballot fraud exposé via O'Keefe
• 92:15 — Paul’s “Forever War” rant
• 93:26 — “Trump Goes to Ireland” skit

Summary Tone & Takeaways

The episode was fast-paced, irreverent, and skeptical of establishment narratives. The show’s conservative, anti-elitist frame runs throughout, with the hosts often voicing frustration about perceived government dysfunction, media spin, and political betrayal. Sports, humor, and audience engagement keep the atmosphere lively even as the content remains deeply political.

For Listeners New to the Show:
Expect biting commentary, humor, and little tolerance for political or media “BS”—whether from left or right. Live From Studio 6B might not offer conventional news, but it gives a clear window into grassroots, populist conservative sentiment and the American “anti-establishment” political mood heading into late March 2026.