The Rob Carson Show: “Inflation Down, Libs Melting: Welcome to MAGA Wonderland”

Date: December 18, 2025
Host: Rob Carson (Newsmax Podcasts)
Key Guest: Doug Burns (former federal prosecutor)

Episode Overview

This episode centers on the latest developments in U.S. economic indicators, notably the drop in inflation, and the political implications thereof, especially for the Biden and Trump camps. Rob Carson infuses the discussion with humor and musical parody while dissecting the numbers, analyzing media reactions, and addressing hot-button issues like the border, cost of living, political prosecutions, and several high-profile criminal cases. Legal expert Doug Burns joins for in-depth commentary on current legal controversies and news stories.

Main Topics & Key Insights

1. Trump’s Speech and Economic Turnaround

• [01:06] Rob recaps Donald Trump’s recent 18-minute address, highlighting its directness and positivity. Carson credits Trump’s leadership for improvements in the economy, positioning the former administration's policies as pivotal in the current recovery.
  • Quote:

    “Donald Trump delivered an 18-minute beat last night. I was kind of like, whoa... it was already over. Very direct, very, very awesome, very positive... set the pace for the next year.” – Rob Carson (01:22)

2. Inflation and Cost of Living Realities

• Rob recalls the pandemic-era spike in prices, contrasting it with present improvements.

  • [05:11] Trump highlights the price hikes under Biden: car prices up 22-30%, gasoline up 30-50%, airfares up 31%.
  • Rob gives personal stories about grocery and car costs spiraling (“That truck cost 70 grand now...”), making the issue relatable for listeners.
  • Carson and guests stress the direct impact on working Americans—two or three jobs just to get by.

• Recent CPI Report:

  • [06:25] Inflation rates are below expectations, now at 2.7% year-over-year. Energy and food affordability is attributed to policy changes, like energy production and border security.
    • Quote:

      “Isn’t it amazing what happens when you make energy affordable? ...when you close the damn border?” – Rob Carson (06:21)

• Gas Prices:

  • [09:25] Gas below $3/gallon in some areas; users report savings of $60+ week—a significant relief for families.
  • Carson credits “unleashing American energy” and closing the border for falling prices.
    • Musical Parody:

      “Liberal heads, they're exploding… Living in a MAGA wonderland!” – Rob Carson singing (10:51)

3. Public Opinion on Democrats

• [12:46] Polling data shows Congressional Democrats with net approval deep underwater (minus 55 points), even worse among independents.

  • Quote:

    “Democrats in the minds of the American public are lower than the Dead Sea… 61 points lower than their disapproval rating.” – Johnny (12:46)

• Carson ascribes the slump to perceived overreach, government expansion, and “temper tantrums,” predicting a political reckoning.

4. “Warrior Dividend” for Troops

• [16:55] Trump announces a $1,776 check for each U.S. military service member as a holiday “Warrior Dividend.”
  • Debate ensues over whether $1,776 is “enough”—Carson passionately defends its impact for average families.
    • Quote:

      “$1,776 would certainly take care of Christmas and then some… for our military members. And God bless them.” – Rob Carson (18:14)

5. Border Policy, Housing, and “Colossal Invasion”

• [19:13] Trump blames the prior administration’s border policy for surging housing/rental costs (over 60% of rental market growth attributed to migrants).
• Carson and Trump allege additional societal costs: emergency services overwhelmed, jobs taken, and direct hits to law enforcement budgets.

6. Fulton County DA Fonny Willis RICO Case Blow-up

• [22:11] Legal analyst Doug Burns dissects the failed Trump RICO prosecution:
  • Willis accused of nepotism (assigning case to boyfriend), mismanagement, excessive spending, and lying under oath.
  • Burns underscores the gravity: “As a lawyer, the last thing you should be doing is lying under oath in a court proceeding.” (24:47)
  • Both Rob and Doug predict continuing fallout for Willis.

7. Mar-A-Lago FBI Raid: Unprecedented and Unwarranted?

• [25:26] Discussion turns to the high-profile Trump estate raid:
  • Criticism from Sen. John Kennedy and legal comparisons showing the search was unprecedented and unnecessary.
  • Burns explains standard legal procedure: “There’s absolutely no way in a million years that you do a search warrant... There are other alternatives: work with the lawyer, issue a subpoena... The last resort would be a search warrant.” (26:26)
  • Both are incredulous at the DOJ’s actions and their political overtones.

8. Brown University Shooting Analysis

• [30:04] Doug Burns addresses the Ella Cook shooting at Brown:
  • Main points: Camera malfunctions or missing footage cast suspicion; law enforcement’s public messaging called “shocking” and “woke.”
  • Political correctness is criticized, especially as one activist allegedly calls for blaming another ethnicity for appearance’s sake (35:04).

9. Potential Suspect: Narrative, Politics, and Media Silence

• [33:55, 39:20] Reports that a pro-Palestinian activist’s (Mustafa Carbouch) profile was scrubbed from university databases following the shooting—subject of speculation.
  • Reporter describes being confronted by this individual at a rally, matching the shooter’s description.
  • Hosts warn against rushing to judgement, referencing the Richard Jewell/Atlanta Olympics case.

10. Nick Reiner Criminal Case

• [36:13] Discussion of Nick Reiner’s likely legal outcome:
  • Doug Burns predicts no death penalty (moratorium in CA) and probable psychiatric confinement, not a public trial.
  • Both note the personal tragedy, mental health issues, and predict a non-contentious legal resolution.

Notable Quotes by Timestamp

• “It was a Charlie Fox trot, to say the least. When we saw inflation go to 9%, I remember how agonizing it was…”
  – Rob Carson [03:08]

• “Rates rose 37%. Airfares rose 31%. Now under our leadership, they are all coming down and coming down fast.”
  – Donald Trump [05:53]

• “AAA says gas is the lowest it’s been in four years… drill, baby, drill. Unleashing American energy...”
  – Rob Carson [10:51]

• “Their approval rating is south of 20%. Negative 61 points among Independents… worse shape than they are.”
  – Johnny [12:46]

• “They are spiraling into the pits of hell. The Democrat Party needs to reinvent itself or disappear into the dustbin of history.”
  – Rob Carson [15:07]

• “1,450,000 military service members will receive a ‘Warrior Dividend’ before Christmas… $1,776. Think of that. The checks are already on the way.”
  – Donald Trump [16:55–17:27]

• “You know why the Democrats are not popular? Because they’re freaking insane and they’re childish and they’ve been throwing a temper tantrum forever...”
  – Rob Carson [14:22]

• “As a lawyer, the last thing you should be doing is lying under oath in a court proceeding.”
  – Doug Burns [24:47]

• “There’s absolutely no way in a million years that you do a search warrant… The last resort… would be a search warrant.”
  – Doug Burns [26:26]

• “They’re going to need the public’s assistance… there were reports that they weren’t aware who was in the classroom. You have to be kidding me.”
  – Doug Burns [33:40]

Segment Highlights with Timestamps

• Trump’s Economic Turnaround Speech — [01:06–06:25]
• Personal Anecdotes on Inflation and Prices — [02:30–05:11]
• CPI and Inflation Report Discussion — [06:25–09:11]
• Gas Prices and MAGA Wonderland Parody — [09:25–11:40]
• Democrat Polling Woes — [12:46–14:22]
• Trump “Warrior Dividend” Announcement — [16:55–18:14]
• Rising Housing and Border Policy — [19:13–20:05]
• Fonny Willis’ Failed RICO Case — [22:11–25:18]
• Mar-a-Lago Raid Legality — [25:26–29:39]
• Brown University Shooting Commentary — [30:04–35:00]
• Political Correctness and Suspect Shielding — [35:04–36:13]
• Nick Reiner Case — [36:13–37:35]
• Personal Goodbye & Looking to 2026 — [37:35–37:48]

Episode Tone & Style

• The show is energetic, irreverent, and frequently punctuated with wit, jokes, and satire (including song parodies).
• Carson’s delivery is accessible and conversational, highlighting real-world implications of political decisions.
• The discussion blends headline news, personal stories, pointed criticisms, and pointedly pro-Trump/anti-Democrat commentary.

Key Takeaways

• Economic improvement is being strongly linked to Trump administration policies, with the current inflation dip celebrated.
• Democrats are depicted as out of touch and politically wounded, with data and polling to support the argument.
• Legal integrity and overreach are major themes—especially in the Fonny Willis / Mar-a-Lago cases.
• Social/political narratives in crime are questioned, with concerns about political correctness undermining transparency.
• Listeners are encouraged to remain vigilant, be “proud to see Made in America again,” and expect further MAGA-positive change.

For listeners seeking a blend of current events, sharp legal analysis, and pointed political humor, this episode delivers a comprehensive, right-of-center review of the week’s headlines.