THE WAR ROOM WITH STEPHEN K. BANNON – EPISODE #5004 (DECEMBER 17, 2025)

Podcast: Real America’s Voice (iHeartPodcasts)
Date: December 17, 2025
Host: Stephen K. Bannon
Special Guests: Steve Stern, Jake Seawolf, Julie Kelly, Peter Navarro, Luke Niferatos, Marcus Fronmeyer, Mike Lindell

EPISODE OVERVIEW

This episode of "The War Room with Stephen K. Bannon" focuses on the escalating political and cultural battles in America and abroad, from election integrity and federal government decisions in Colorado to international conservatism and economic conflict with China. The show includes calls to action, updates on key investigations, deep dives into alternative political movements (notably Germany’s AfD), and anticipation of a major primetime address by President Trump later in the evening.

SEGMENT BREAKDOWN AND KEY DISCUSSION POINTS

1. Federal Retaliation in Colorado and Activism for Tina Peters

[03:24 – 11:44]

• Stephen K. Bannon launches into a warning for Colorado:
  Bannon asserts that recent moves (e.g., the National Center for Atmospheric Research and Space Force elements leaving Colorado) aren't random but intentional acts of retribution against Colorado officials (specifically Governor Polis) while "our girl" Tina Peters remains imprisoned.

  • “Every federal dollar spent in Colorado ought to be removed until Tina Peters, a gold star mother, is brought out of that prison.” — Stephen K. Bannon (04:13)

• Steve Stern describes grassroots mobilization:

  • Announces a major election integrity call, with up to 100,000 people planning to ring Governor Polis at 1pm ET to demand Peters’ release.
  • Election security and the push for “no mail-in ballots, one day voting, no machines, no illegal aliens voting” are at the forefront.
  • Steve Stern: “This is one of the most important meetings of the year for your group. I want everybody to make sure they know the time and where they go. What do you got going?” (05:13)
  • Encourages online engagement and provides contact info for activism (S.Stern1054@gmail.com).

2. Self-Reliance, Family Responsibility, and "Prepper" Culture

[11:44 – 12:35]

• Jake Seawolf (My Patriot Supply) pivots from practical prep to heartfelt fatherhood:
  • Shares that, as a new dad, he’s pondering not just “would you die for your kids” but “are you willing to live for them” and do the uncomfortable work of ensuring family security.
  • “Dying is easy… My question is, are people willing to live for their children? Are you willing to live for your family? Are you willing to do what it takes to make sure that they have food on their plate every day no matter what the circumstances are…?” — Jake Seawolf (10:41)
  • Bannon and Seawolf urge audience to embrace preparedness as rational given turbulent times.

3. Jack Smith’s Deposition and the DOJ’s Trump Investigations

[12:35 – 17:37]

• Julie Kelly updates on Jack Smith’s (former special counsel) testimony before Congress:
  • Calls for accountability and transparency, arguing the American public deserve to see Smith questioned in public after “$50 million spent… on that criminal pursuit.” (12:52)
  • Reveals “well-timed disclosure” that the FBI Washington field office did not think there was probable cause for the Mar-a-Lago raid and resisted DOJ pressure.
  • “June 3, 2022, after cooperating with the Archives, after cooperating with DOJ, let that degenerate midget, I call him J. Brat, three FBI agents to walk around Mar A Lago… It was a recon mission. And three days later, Jay Bratt started to push for the armed raid…” — Julie Kelly (15:27)
  • Bannon presses for movement on broader DOJ accountability and asks what she hopes to hear from President Trump’s evening address.

4. Marijuana Executive Order, Midterms, and Parental Activism

[20:13 – 23:13]

• Bannon and Peter Navarro: Call to action against the rumored marijuana executive order:
  • Guest Luke Niferatos (SAM) says, “This executive order would be the biggest move by any president in modern history to normalize drug use… Don’t normalize drugs. That’s got to be your message.” (21:41)
  • Bannon stresses Trump’s history as “the most anti-drug president,” arguing against perceived political pandering ahead of the midterms.

5. Navarro on Trump’s Global Economic Strategy and China Tariffs

[23:29 – 31:27]

• Clip and live analysis:
  • Navarro highlights the “three-dimensional chess” of Trump’s tariffs, stating, “What President Trump understands is this three dimensional chess that’s known as the international trading system… It's essentially a global tariff wall against mercantilism and in this case, the mercantilism of China.” (23:50)
  • Cites Mexico and Europe imposing their own tariffs as evidence of successful, coordinated pushback, and calls for patience with the “Main Street agenda.”
  • Predicts market gains as evidence of Trumpian strategy.
  • Navarro: “People got to be patient with the Trump agenda. It’s a Main street agenda. Main Street’s going to hear from the boss tonight.” (26:41)

6. Interview: Marcus Fronmeyer (AfD) on German Populism and a USA–Germany Conservative Alliance

[37:07 – 47:27]

• Intro by Bannon:
  • Explains context: Germany’s conservative "Alternative for Deutschland" (AfD) rising in polls despite establishment resistance and attempts to marginalize or demonize the party.
• Marcus Fronmeyer on AfD’s Mission and Persecution:
  • “We’re quite new… In about 10 years, we became the strongest party in Germany… We try to make Germany great again and fix all of these problems.” (37:07)
  • Describes anti-AfD tactics by establishment parties, use of the intelligence apparatus, and ballot bans.
  • Argues AfD’s rise is fueled by public backlash to mass migration, economic decline, and the sense that “working class people and young people… are defending the civilization and culture of Germany,” as elite parties promote “cancel culture” and an open borders agenda.
  • Predicts AfD victory in the east and growth in the west due to economic hardship: “I’m quite optimistic… soon the AfD will be also the leading party… In the east, we have no need for a partner.” (45:46)
  • Describes threats of bureaucratic sabotage should AfD win.
  • Concludes with an invitation for international support, especially from US conservatives: “I think we have a lot of things in common with the MAGA movement… I believe it’s important to tighten our cooperation.” (38:07)

7. Anticipation of President Trump’s National Address

[51:33 – 54:03]

• Mike Lindell (Minnesota candidate) previews expectations:

  • “He’s got to give us a big message of hope… people’s safety, the fraud… our welfare programs that have been robbed blind by these illegals…” (51:33)
  • Urges President Trump to address election security and the broader “message of hope and uniting the people.”

• Bannon outlines wall-to-wall Real America’s Voice coverage for the President’s anticipated address and ensuing analysis.

NOTABLE QUOTES & MEMORABLE MOMENTS

• Bannon on Federal Pressure in Colorado:
  “Hell, they ought to move out the Air Force Academy… Every federal dollar spent in Colorado ought to be removed until Tina Peters, a gold star mother is sleeping on a steel slab cancer survivor is brought out of that prison.” (04:05)
• Jake Seawolf on Fatherhood:
  “Dying is easy… are people willing to live for their children?” (10:41)
• Julie Kelly on DOJ Overreach:
  “This was a well timed disclosure… The FBI, of course, did not believe that there was probable cause, at least the Washington field office…” (14:53)
• Luke Niferatos on Marijuana Order:
  “This executive order would be the biggest move by any president in modern history to normalize drug use.” (21:36)
• Peter Navarro on Tariff Strategy:
  “It's essentially a global tariff wall against mercantilism… that’s the epiphany of the article in the Financial Times…” (24:05)
• Marcus Fronmeyer (AfD) on Elite Resistance:
  “They tell them because, for example, of our past, we have to be more responsible… But you also need to offer especially young people something positive about your own country.” (41:52)
• Mike Lindell on 2024 Message:
  “It’s got to be a message of hope… we want secure elections… that’s in his messaging tonight.” (53:20)

TIMESTAMPS FOR KEY SEGMENTS

| Segment | Timestamps | Key Voices | |--------------------------------------------|---------------|-----------------------| | Colorado De-Funding and Tina Peters | 03:24–11:44 | Bannon, Stern | | Fatherhood and Self-Reliance | 11:44–12:35 | Bannon, Seawolf | | Jack Smith Deposition & DOJ Investigations | 12:35–17:37 | Bannon, Julie Kelly | | Marijuana EO and Parental Pushback | 20:13–23:13 | Bannon, Navarro, Luke | | Trump’s Trade Template, China Tariffs | 23:29–31:27 | Navarro, Bannon | | Marcus Fronmeyer on AfD and German Politics| 37:07–47:27 | Bannon, Fronmeyer | | Anticipating Trump’s Address | 51:33–54:03 | Bannon, Lindell |

OVERALL TONE & STYLE

The tone remains combative, urgent, and activist, with Bannon and his guests frequently referencing existential struggles—for the nation, movement, and individual families. There’s sustained opposition to federal bureaucracy, deep state actors, pro-globalist policies, and mainstream media, with a heavy emphasis on self-reliance, direct action, and international alliances between like-minded conservative movements.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCE LINKS (as mentioned on-air)

• Election integrity info and grassroots activism: Steve Stern (s.stern1054@gmail.com)
• Advocacy on marijuana policy: learnaboutsam.org
• Peter Navarro’s content: peternavarro.com
• Marcus Fronmeyer (AfD): X (Twitter) @MarcusFronemaier
• RAV wall-to-wall Trump speech coverage: Real America’s Voice

This summary provides a comprehensive outline and highlights of War Room #5004, capturing its activism-driven spirit, tactical updates, and commitment to challenging both American and international political establishments.