The Daily Beans – “We All Saw It”
Date: January 8, 2026
Hosts: Allison Gill & Dana Goldberg (MSW Media)
Episode Overview
This episode delivers a focused, urgent discussion of the events surrounding the killing of Renee Nicole Goode—a 37-year-old woman, legal observer, and community ICE observer—by a federal ICE agent in Minneapolis. The hosts, Allison Gill and Dana Goldberg, dissect the incident, counter misinformation from government officials, share verified accounts, and examine the broader repercussions for civil rights, protest movements, and police accountability. With characteristic candor and palpable outrage, they analyze how this event fits into national patterns of law enforcement violence under the Trump administration, its political context, and the critical role of citizen video documentation.
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Main Themes and Purpose
- Direct response to the fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Goode by a federal ICE agent.
- Countering administrative misinformation and emphasizing the truth as captured on citizen video.
- Placing the killing in historical context—just blocks from George Floyd's murder—and examining the escalation of federal law enforcement violence, especially against civilians.
- Call to action for peaceful protest, community vigilance, and local investigative accountability.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Incident Overview: What Happened in Minneapolis
- The episode is dedicated exclusively to the killing of Renee Nicole Goode, foregoing all other news due to the gravity of this event.
- The hosts recount the sequence of events:
- Renee was present as a community ICE observer, trying to notify her neighbors about an ongoing ICE operation (04:51).
- Three federal agents approached her stopped vehicle; after verbal commands and attempting to open her car door, she tried to drive away and was shot at close range.
- Video evidence, verified by The New York Times, contradicts official Homeland Security and Trump administration narratives.
Quote:
Allison Gill, 02:17: “Anybody who's seen the videos knows that. So if anyone's saying, oh, it's unclear what happened, I disagree.”
2. Conflicting Narratives: Truth vs. Official Statements
- Federal officials claim:
- The ICE agent fired “in self-defense,” alleging that Renee “weaponized her vehicle.”
- DHS Secretary Kristi Noem labeled it “domestic terrorism.”
- State and local officials:
- Mayor Jacob Frey called those accounts “bullshit.”
- Gov. Tim Walz called it “propaganda” and “predictable,” blaming the administration’s “dangerous, sensationalized operations” (04:00, 05:47).
Quote:
Gov. Tim Walz (quoted by Dana Goldberg, 07:43): “Do you have no decency? There's someone dead in their car for no reason whatsoever... they're gonna create a chaotic situation where someone innocent is going to get killed. And they did it.”
3. Role of Video Evidence and Public Accountability
- The prevalence and broadcast of multiple angles from citizen videos are central to the episode’s argument.
- The hosts stress the critical power of cameras and how these recordings undermine federal narratives and mirror the George Floyd case (10:06).
Quote:
Allison Gill, 10:06: “I often talk about the importance of citizens taking video. And as we know, that proved instrumental in the conviction of Derek Chauvin for the murder of George Floyd... none of these ICE agents provided medical aid after shooting this woman. They just milled about her car.”
Quote (on camera footage):
Dana Goldberg, 19:24: “He leans forward and shoots her three times in the face at point blank range.”
4. Pattern of Escalating Federal Violence
- This case is situated among a string of recent ICE shootings—9 in 4 months, often with similar rationalizations and occurring during traffic stops with nobody posing an imminent threat (12:36).
- Other incidents in Chicago and Los Angeles provide further evidence of a disturbing national pattern.
- The hosts strongly refute claims that agents faced legitimate threats according to policy standards (15:28).
Quote:
Dana Goldberg, 15:28: “I've watched the video from every fucking angle. That wasn't the case in this.”
5. Legal Questions and Accountability
- Investigation is being handled both by the FBI and Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehensions, but hosts voice skepticism whether federal agencies will deliver real accountability (17:39).
- Discussions around the “supremacy” doctrine and conflicts in prosecuting federal officers under state law.
Quote:
Allison Gill, 21:12: “I think this guy should be arrested 100%.”
6. Impact on the Community and Protest Movement
- Protests erupted quickly (~1,000 people at the scene), echoing the George Floyd movement. Governor Walz and the hosts stress peaceful protest to prevent government overreaction and escalation (09:52, 21:24).
- The killing occurred just blocks from where George Floyd was murdered—adding symbolic and emotional weight.
Quote:
Dana Goldberg, 07:18: “Do not allow them to declare martial law...protesting and speaking out...is a patriotic duty.”
7. Reflections, Emotional Responses, and Calls to Action
- The hosts express deep frustration, sadness, and the need for catharsis, describing the moment as potentially a “McCarthy moment” for moral clarity and public reckoning (21:24).
Quote:
Dana Goldberg, 19:39: “This is horrifying and I do hope this is some sort of a turning point, but...what it may be is a turning point for the people outside of this administration to say enough.”
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-----------|----------------|---------------------------------------------------------------------------------| | 02:17 | Allison Gill | “Anybody who's seen the videos knows that. So if anyone's saying, oh, it's unclear what happened, I disagree.” | | 04:00 | Allison Gill | “Mayor Jacob Fry called that account bullshit, describing the shooting instead as, quote, an agent recklessly using power that resulted in somebody dying, somebody getting killed.” | | 07:43 | Dana Goldberg (quoting Walz) | “Do you have no decency? There's someone dead in their car for no reason whatsoever.” | | 10:06 | Allison Gill | “I often talk about the importance of citizens taking video... none of these ICE agents provided medical aid after shooting this woman.” | | 15:28 | Dana Goldberg | “I've watched the video from every fucking angle. That wasn't the case in this.” | | 19:24 | Dana Goldberg | “He leans forward and shoots her three times in the face at point blank range.” | | 21:24 | Allison Gill | “We stand with Minneapolis. We stand with the family. We stand with the friends of Renee Nicole Goode... I think this will serve as a turning point.” | | 21:12 | Allison Gill | “I think this guy should be arrested 100%.” |
Timestamps for Key Segments
- [00:54–04:00] — Opening and Overview of Incident, Setting Tone
- [04:00–07:10] — Official Narratives vs. Reality, Political Responses
- [09:52–12:36] — Protest Context, Video Analysis
- [12:36–16:23] — Patterns in Recent ICE Shootings Nation-wide
- [17:39–21:24] — Legal Accountability, Investigations, Emotional Reflection
- [21:24–22:31] — Community Support and Calls for Peaceful Action
Tone & Language
- Direct, urgent, compassionate, and often profane in outrage at injustice.
- Empathetic to victims and community; hostile to official dishonesty.
- Supportive of activism, peaceful protest, and the need for honest media.
Summary for New Listeners
This episode of The Daily Beans is a passionate, meticulous breakdown of the ICE shooting in Minneapolis that killed Renee Nicole Goode. Starting with a frank trigger warning, the hosts repeatedly challenge the “official” narrative with verified video evidence and on-the-ground reporting, highlighting the key role of citizen activism and the devastating pattern of violence unleashed under ongoing immigration crackdowns. By linking the incident to past injustices and urging peaceful but forceful community response, the hosts aim to rally listeners around demands for justice, transparency, and federal accountability. The episode is essential listening for those who want to cut through political spin and support real change.