Real America’s Voice: The Road Forward – February 15th, 2026
Episode Overview
This episode, hosted by Dr. Tim Clinton, centers on exploring the intersection of faith, culture, and daily life during a time of cultural contention in America. Through a series of in-depth conversations with prominent guests, the show touches on current controversies from the Super Bowl halftime show to deeper issues such as transgender ideology, mental health, addiction, family estrangement, and the crucial role of faith and Christian media in today’s society. Each guest brings a unique perspective relating to their expertise, fostering a lively, passionate, and thought-provoking dialogue.
Key Guests
- Sam Rodriguez: President, National Hispanic Christian Leadership Conference
- Dr. Shawna Anderson: Clinical and Forensic Psychologist, Trauma & Addictions Expert
- Troy Miller: President, National Religious Broadcasters
- Dr. Sharon May: Founder, Safe Haven Relationship Counseling Center
Major Discussion Segments & Insights
1. Super Bowl Halftime Controversy: Culture, Language, and Values
[03:10 – 11:41]
- Main Takeaway: Criticism surrounds Bad Bunny’s halftime performance, with debate about the show's unifying intent versus its perceived divisiveness due to language and explicit content.
- Dr. Tim Clinton opens with a critique of Bad Bunny's Spanish-language halftime show, suggesting the content was inappropriate and inaccessible for the majority of viewers.
- Sam Rodriguez (Puerto Rican heritage) critiques the Spanish dialect choice, the “lack of respect” for American tradition, and the sound quality, contending that the show was a clear “X” and failed to respect the NFL’s supposed conservative foundations.
- The hosts note the results of a TMZ poll favoring Kid Rock’s halftime act, with Rodriguez emphasizing Kid Rock’s “evangelistic outreach... Dust off the Bibles” [10:04], lauding a strong faith message.
- Both decry “woke, cancel culture, anti-Judeo-Christian value, worldview full of relativism” being “shoved down our throats” [10:59, Rodriguez].
- Reflection on declining Super Bowl ratings and the idea that Americans are growing weary of “insanity” and politicized entertainment.
- Discussion of American identity and patriotism in the context of global events like the Olympics.
“All we wanted to do was have a good time, a good halftime show. But no, you had to make it into a preachy sermon of wokeism and cancel culture and the radical left. And guess what? It bombed. And I mean, literally, it bombed, but it bombed in a bilingual way.”
—Sam Rodriguez [10:59]
2. American Culture, Wokeism, and Social Decline
[11:41 – 13:48]
- Sam Rodriguez argues the “spirit of America” is “broken” due to decades of permissiveness towards “indoctrination” in public schools and universities with “socialism and communism and wokeism.”
- He asserts the need for not only political pushback (citing the Trump presidency) but a broader “cultural, spiritual pushback” for future generations.
- The segment laments the negative reception of patriotic displays at the Olympics and the “booin’ of JD Bands.”
“The spirit of America right now, unfortunately, is broken because of what we tolerated and permitted for an entire generation... Now we are reaping the consequences.”
—Sam Rodriguez [12:16]
3. Epstein Files and Accountability for Abuse
[13:48 – 16:08]
- Dr. Clinton introduces the recent unsealing of the Epstein case documents, highlighting the scale of the abuse and lack of accountability.
- Rodriguez notes how so-called “conspiracy theories” have proven factual, exposing the dark realities of elite involvement in abuse and trafficking.
- Emphasizes the biblical notion that “everything that's done in darkness is brought to the light.”
“Many of the conspiracy theories...were actually factually based and substantiated. It's going there. It's going to expose a gamut, a system...where pedophilia is a thing.”
—Sam Rodriguez [14:27]
4. Transgender Ideology and Mental Health in Policy and Practice
[20:19 – 26:52]
- Dr. Shawna Anderson and Dr. Clinton critique the politicization of transgender issues, focusing on minors, and legal actions against medical practitioners following malpractice lawsuits.
- Dr. Anderson discusses deficiencies in assessments for transition-related procedures and the oversimplified affirmation approach, neglecting underlying trauma or co-occurring disorders.
“I think pushing individuals to quickly be assessed, quickly have these surgeries, that you're just neglecting the overall mental health of these patients.”
—Dr. Shawna Anderson [23:42]
5. The Role of Faith in Addiction Recovery
[25:08 – 26:52]
- Dr. Clinton recounts a behavioral health event in Washington highlighting faith's pivotal role in recovery.
- Dr. Anderson shares her decades-long perspective: “Turning over those drives and those cravings over to a power greater than yourself... faith helps in mental health treatment, but I believe exceedingly so with those struggling with drug and alcohol addiction.”
6. Social Media, Mental Health, and “Dopamine Detox”
[26:52 – 29:22]
- Deeper look at trends like “doomscrolling” and unhealthy technology use among youth.
- Dr. Anderson advocates for intentional tech boundaries (a “dopamine detox”), reconnection with face-to-face relationships, and setting limits as essential mental health strategies.
“We need to connect in person, no longer through text messages or through social media. It's really diminishing our ability to connect and our mental health.”
—Dr. Shawna Anderson [29:13]
7. Christian Media and Propaganda Wars
[32:14 – 36:56]
- Troy Miller outlines the mission of NRB (National Religious Broadcasters) and previews a major upcoming conference focused on the legal, cultural, and technological challenges Christian communicators face.
- Central theme: The U.S. is in a “propaganda war” that is, in reality, a battle for worldview and truth.
- Miller: “They would love nothing more than to silence... the Christian worldview, because that’s the...bulwark” against progressive activism.” [35:49]
- Christians must not “take our Christianity and hold it into the four walls of our church or...home...We have to be active in the public sector as Christians.” [36:30]
8. Rising Influence and Trust in Christian Media
[36:56 – 39:44]
- Miller presents recent Barna Group research showing 60% of the U.S. population, and an even greater percentage of Gen Z and millennials, regularly engage with Christian media.
- People turn to Christian media for “alternatives to the secular side... to know more about God, the Bible, and better relationships.”
- Christian media is perceived as both valuable and trustworthy (at 66%, much higher than mainstream media).
9. Revival Among Younger Generations & Conference Details
[38:25 – 40:39]
- Miller describes a sense of revival on campuses and among younger generations hungry for faith and truth.
- The NRB conference (Feb 17–20, Nashville) is described as the “largest gathering of Christian communicators in the world.”
10. Family Estrangement, Parental Alienation, and the Path to Reconciliation
[45:08 – 53:06]
- Dr. Sharon May addresses Valentine’s Day and the universal need to be loved and connected.
- A growing cultural trend: family estrangement, “ghosting,” and “no contact.” May stresses that, outside legitimate abuse, disconnection is destructive to individuals and families.
- Healing begins with grief (over who parents were not), self-reflection, humble communication, and—when needed—professional help.
“Disconnection does not bring anything productive unless there is legitimate abuse... It is destructive to ourselves, to the grandchildren and to the parents. There’s nothing good that comes out of saying, ‘I want nothing to do with you’...”
—Dr. Sharon May [48:30]
- Offers approaches and resources for those seeking family and marital healing, emphasizing God’s heart for reconciliation.
Notable Quotes & Moments
- On cultural and spiritual pushback:
“We can turn this around... I believe the entire Trump presidency has been the quintessential pushback politically. Now we need cultural, spiritual pushback that’ll actually exceed the political pushback for the sake of...our children and our children’s children.”
—Sam Rodriguez [12:16] - On the revival of Christian media:
“We found out that nearly 60% of the country...tunes into some form of Christian media... 64% of Gen Zers...they wanted answers to the alternatives that they were hearing from the secular side....”
—Troy Miller [37:15]
Timestamps for Major Segments
- Super Bowl/Bad Bunny/Cancel Culture: 03:10–11:41
- American culture, education, and “spirit of America”: 11:41–13:48
- Epstein Files and elite accountability: 13:48–16:08
- Transgender ideology and mental health care: 20:19–26:52
- Faith & Addiction Recovery: 25:08–26:52
- Social Media & Dopamine Detox: 26:52–29:22
- Christian media, propaganda, and NRB Conference: 32:14–40:39
- Family estrangement and healing: 45:08–53:06
Tone and Language
The episode mixes concern and encouragement, blending cultural critique with a message of hope, action, and faith. Guests speak with passion, urgency, and an unapologetic defense of traditional values, but maintain a focus on healing and positive change.
Resources & Calls to Action
- Safe Haven Relationship Center: For marriage and family therapy — safehavenrelationshipcenter.com
- NRB Conference Info: nrb.org
- Christian CareConnect: Find a Christian counselor — ChristianCareConnect.com
- Addiction Recovery and Faith Resources: Encouragement to integrate faith and community
- Mental Health Support: Hope and direction for those struggling, including the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (988)
Closing Encouragement
Dr. Clinton closes with a message of faith, hope, and the importance of reaching out for help—spiritually, personally, and professionally—in times of struggle.
“Know that God loves you and that He wants to be in your life. I believe that our hope, our strength comes from the Lord...”
—Dr. Tim Clinton [53:27]
This episode provides a comprehensive look at the cultural moment through the Real America’s Voice lens, addressing hot-button issues and everyday challenges while advocating for faith, family, and freedom as the road forward.