The Rob Carson Show – "From Antifa Cosplay Generals to Drug-Price Diplomacy"

Date: January 27, 2026
Podcast Host: Rob Carson
Notable Guest: J.D. Hayworth (former House Representative, spokesperson for Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance)

Overview

This episode of The Rob Carson Show blends political insight with characteristic sharp-tongued humor, focusing on recent unrest in Minnesota, exposing alleged left-wing and Antifa activities, corruption, and chaos in Minneapolis governance. It then pivots to national pharmaceutical policy and drug pricing, featuring a detailed discussion with J.D. Hayworth. Additional segments include commentary on Virginia’s current political climate and election fallout. Throughout, Carson uses satirical sketches, musical parodies, and mockery to both entertain and skewer political targets.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Escalating Radical Activism and Political Chaos in Minnesota

• Antifa and ICE Protests:
  • Carson describes recent radical activism in Minnesota, where "anti-ICE" groups allegedly coordinate doxing, harassment, and direct threats against federal agents, with support or complicity from political figures and public employees.
    • “[Signal] chats are buzzing with anti-ICE operatives, and local police are complicit. Cooperative even—with real-time access to national databases for tracing license plates.” (07:45)
  • Supposed infiltration of activist groups by journalists like Cam Higby revealed coordination between activists and public officials.
• Law Enforcement and Political Complicity:
  • Anita Smithson, a Minnesota state senate candidate and activist, is accused of abusing her position at a bank for data access to aid doxing ICE agents.
  • Lieutenant Governor Peggy Flanagan’s encouragement of activism against ICE is heavily criticized—Carson essentially blames her and others for protester deaths.
    • "She's in all sorts of hot agua now, and she is running." (23:00)
• Hacking and Threats:
  • Groups threaten journalists and activists identified as supporting ICE.
  • Federal arrests made after stolen weapons and sensitive law enforcement data went public.
• Satirical Parody:
  • Jim Gossett’s musical spoof brands Minneapolis a “clown town.”
    • “City has become a clown town… Ilhan Omar's hide and frog Keith Ellison's obstructing a war on law enforcement…” (02:55)

2. Mockery and Criticism of Progressive Rhetoric

• Holocaust Analogies Critiqued:
  • Outrage is directed at political figures likening modern enforcement actions to the Holocaust. Carson rails against these comparisons as offensive and minimizing of Holocaust horrors.
    • “Ignorance like this cheapens the horror of the Holocaust. Well, you know, that's what the Democrats do. They cheapen everything…” (05:20)
• Comedy Again the Left:
  • Conservative comedy’s rise is celebrated; parody bits like an imagined “Trump as Christ” are played.
    • “Trump’s an interesting guy… I don’t think Trump is Christ-like, but I think it’d be really funny if Christ was Trump…” (36:55)

3. Corruption Allegations & Political Satire

• Ilhan Omar Winery Scandal:
  • Carson discusses alleged fraudulent business dealings tied to Ilhan Omar’s winery, suggesting the business is a shell for financial gain.
    • “Her winery is about as real as a Somali daycare center in Minnesota…” (48:10)
• Collusion and Cronyism:
  • Links drawn between Minnesota Attorney General Keith Ellison and Omar’s business dealings.
  • Carson wishes “arrest, deportation, pennilessness” on Omar and accuses her husband of swindling investors. (49:30)

4. Interview: J.D. Hayworth on Drug-Price Reform

(Begins ~01:08:00)

• Pharmaceutical Tourism and U.S. Pricing:
  • Discussion of Americans traveling abroad (Mexico, Canada) due to high domestic drug prices; Trump’s executive orders and legislative action needed.
    • “Donald Trump is leveling out the playing field, ain’t he?” (01:09:37)
• Most Favored Nation Status:
  • Hayworth advocates codifying Trump’s executive action to ensure Americans don’t subsidize lower international prices.
  • Urges Congress to bring drug company CEOs before hearings, noting 350 medications increased in price at the start of the year.
    • “What the president has in the executive order, put it into law, because… executive orders [are temporary]…” (01:11:10)
• Need for Bipartisan Action:
  • Hayworth recounts bipartisan efforts on prescription drug importation while in Congress, arguing most favored nation pricing should not rely on executive action alone.
• Anecdotal Realities:
  • Both recount stories of cross-border pharmaceutical purchases as a normal, if absurd, reality for seniors and regular Americans.
• Quote:
  • “But President Trump’s most favored nation status has to be codified… not continue to pay, on average, three times the amount that our European cousins are paying.” (01:12:20)
• Calls to Action:
  • Hayworth plugs the Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance for listeners seeking more information or to advocate for change.

5. National Security, Foreign Affairs, and Culture

• Middle East Tensions:
  • Carson reports on the U.S. deploying the Abraham Lincoln carrier strike group, calls for tougher action against Iran and expresses hope for regime change.
    • “The Ayatollah cannot stay in power. They have caused too much mayhem and death…” (01:23:55)
• Late Night TV Decline:
  • Notes the decline in late-night TV viewership, joking about his podcast’s larger audience than Stephen Colbert’s.
    • “I stream more people than that every day. I do, I do, I do.” (35:30)

6. Virginia Politics and Election Fallout

(Begins ~01:28:00)

• Accusations of Bait-and-Switch:
  • Carson lambasts Virginia Governor Abigail Spamberger for campaigning as a moderate but advancing radically progressive legislation after election (tax hikes, gun control, education for illegal immigrants, election changes, etc.).
  • Provides a litany of “insane” new proposals—sometimes verbatim from bill titles.
• Delegate Thomas Garrett’s Speech:
  • “We gotta stop gaslighting the Virginians. People know what they wanted. People know what they voted for, and they’re not stupid…” (01:36:45)
• Call to Political Action:
  • Urges Virginians and Republicans to resist “bait-and-switch” legislation, likening the situation hyperbolically to communist takeovers.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Carson on Minneapolis:

  “City has become a clown town… Ilhan Omar's hide and frog Keith Ellison's obstructing a war on law enforcement…” (02:55)

• On Holocaust Analogies:

  “Ignorance like this cheapens the horror of the Holocaust. Well, you know, that's what the Democrats do. They cheapen everything…” (05:20)

• On Antifa General (Satire):

  "Yeah, and there's this moron up in Minneapolis named Kyle Wagner, a cross dressing antifa general..." (21:35)

• J.D. Hayworth on Drug Prices:

  “What the president has in the executive order, put it into law, because… executive orders [are temporary]…” (01:11:10)

• Delegate Thomas Garrett on Virginia:

  “We gotta stop gaslighting the Virginians. People know what they wanted. People know what they voted for, and they’re not stupid…” (01:36:45)

• On Late Night Viewership:

  “I stream more people than that every day. I do, I do, I do. The stream on this show is very powerful. Unlike Joe Biden, the 2 o'clock in the bathroom. The stream is very powerful.” (35:30)

Timestamps for Important Segments

| Topic | Timestamp (MM:SS) | |--------------------------------------------|--------------------------| | Minneapolis, radical activism/ICE protests | 00:30 – 24:00 | | Jim Gossett’s “Clown Town” parody | 02:55 – 04:10 | | Holocaust analogy/illegals debate | 05:20 – 08:00 | | Discussion on Antifa/Kyle Wagner | 21:35 – 25:00 | | Ilhan Omar winery fraud segment | 48:10 – 51:00 | | Drew Dunn (Trump/Christ parody) | 36:55 – 38:30 | | J.D. Hayworth Interview: Drug Prices | 01:08:00 – 01:16:00 | | U.S. military/ Middle East commentary | 01:23:55 – 01:27:00 | | Virginia Politics/Spamberger, legislation | 01:28:00 – 01:40:00 | | Delegate Garrett’s speech | 01:36:45 – 01:38:30 |

Tone and Highlights

• Carson’s show is heavily satirical, biting, and sometimes accusatory, blending humor with sharp-edged commentary.
• The episode heavily criticizes the Democratic party’s actions on immigration and state politics, while championing Trump-era policies.
• Uses parody, music, and comedic impressions to punctuate political points and keep the tone light despite serious topics.

Conclusion

This episode delivers a heady mix of political satire, condemnation of perceived progressive overreach (in both Minnesota and Virginia), and a substantive policy discussion regarding drug prices in America. Carson’s comedic sensibility is on full display, bolstered by musical parodies and biting asides. Centered on breaking headlines and recent events, the show both informs and entertains, making strong appeals for political activism and resistance to what Carson frames as progressive “bait and switch” tactics.

For more info or to get involved in drug price reform:
PharmaReformAlliance.com – as recounted in the J.D. Hayworth segment.