The Rob Carson Show – Episode Summary
Episode Title: The Deep State, the Discount Aisle, and Other Holiday Horrors
Date: December 8, 2025
Host: Rob Carson – Newsmax Radio
Episode Overview
In this lively episode, Rob Carson dives into a mix of current political scandals, government corruption, holiday shopping anecdotes, and culture war commentary. True to his style, Carson blends humor with pointed political critique, focusing on perceived deep state malfeasance, recent fraud scandals—especially in Minnesota—and the curious saga of the January 6th pipe bomber case. The host also weaves in relatable stories from his own life, satirical jabs at the political elite, and observations on the economy and holiday consumer culture.
Main Discussion Points & Insights
1. Weekend Anecdotes and American Dream Stories
[01:52–03:46]
- Carson recounts losing his wallet and its speedy recovery by an Uber driver, "Ahmed" from Afghanistan, whom Carson praises as an example of good immigrants living the American dream.
- “He's making a living doing Uber. He bought his own car, saved up the money for it, putting his daughter through school, loves America.” [02:24]
- Contrasts these personal immigrant success stories with his distrust for government officials and the broader system.
2. Minnesota Fraud Scandal and Deep State Corruption
[03:53–09:55]
- Rob lambasts what he describes as “Soviet-level” government corruption, focusing on massive fraud in Minnesota involving disability services and COVID-19 relief funds, particularly referencing a Somali-linked network.
- “All it is is an opportunity to raid the treasury and enrich their friends. … We have a bourgeois. We have a proletariat.” [04:40]
- Describes government leaders (particularly Democrats) as complicit or willfully blind.
- Details on how fraud was perpetrated: overbilling for nonexistent children, creating shell nonprofits, and fabricating documentation.
- “To show to the state we are feeding all these kids. … But the kids didn't exist.” [08:04]
- Dr. Mehmet Oz is quoted citing national-scale Medicaid/Medicare fraud, and Carson claims that 35% of Obamacare enrollees “either don't exist or don't get benefits.” [08:31]
3. Blocking SNAP Data and Covering Up Fraud
[10:20–12:18]
- Carson argues that Democratic states are hiding fraud by refusing to release beneficiary data for SNAP and other benefit programs.
- Criticizes Hawaii's AG, Ann Lopez, for claiming ongoing investigations justify withholding data.
- “That's like, you know, Jeffrey Dahmer saying, I'm going to investigate the murders of those people.” [11:29]
4. January 6 Pipe Bomber: Narrative Manipulation & Deep State Questions
[13:04–28:38]
- Long-running skepticism about the FBI’s and DOJ’s handling of the January 6th DNC/RNC pipe bomber.
- “Either the FBI and the DOJ are grossly incompetent or grossly politicized under Merrick Garland and Christopher Wray.” —Ned Ryan [15:08]
- Explores the idea that authorities intentionally avoided solving the case because the facts didn’t fit their preferred narrative about MAGA extremism.
- Details new suspect "Brian Cole Jr."—characterized as learning-disabled, “not a criminal mastermind,” and possibly used by government operatives.
- “You're being played. If you believe this, you're being played.” [16:39]
- Accuses the FBI of ignoring clear cell phone and video evidence, comparing the situation to past “entrapment” scandals (Gretchen Whitmer plot, Mar-a-Lago).
- Notes media misreporting on suspect identity (e.g., Jake Tapper's mistaken claim the bomber was white, when he was black).
- Guest Stuart Kaplan (former FBI agent) says FBI leadership was focused on going after Trump supporters, not real threats:
- “It was not for a lack of effort from the street agents or a lack of evidence … the leadership was preoccupied with chasing political narratives.” [25:17]
- “So the bottom line is they were chasing political narratives. This case sat on a shelf. No one worked this case.” [26:22]
- Carson ties the episode to his favorite themes: the “bourgeois” ruling elite, “Bastille” imagery, and the need for accountability for January 6th prosecutions.
5. Economic Outlook: Satirical Spin and Holiday Shopping
[28:38–38:18]
- Satirical riff on the Biden administration's “affordability” spin and the real-life impact of inflation:
- “It was a bleep show. You don't need to be Euclid to figure this out… A few years ago we had 9% inflation.” [29:53]
- Alludes to misleading White House talking points and media spin on the economy, especially around improving holiday sales statistics and gas prices.
- Quotes Senator John Kennedy:
- “President Biden was an inflation machine. Now, since then … the Fed has gotten inflation down from 9% to 3%. So things are better, but they're not.” [30:00]
- Shares his own experience being lured by deals at TJ Maxx, humorously describing the irresistible surplus of unnecessary holiday merchandise.
- “I went into TJ Maxx to buy a wallet and you know what I walked out with? I walked out with so much stupid crap that I didn't need.” [36:32]
- Suggests healthy retail sales are evidence that the U.S. economy is actually doing well, in contradiction to political narratives.
6. Cultural Commentary and Personal Notes
[38:28–39:22]
- Lightens the mood with stories of his Christmas decorations and tradition of gifting silly items.
- Teases upcoming segments about narco-terrorists and continued deep state skepticism for the next hour.
- Maintains a humorous, irreverent tone throughout, blending pop culture and political commentary.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “There are good Afghanis here, even though Joe Biden invited all the terrorists to come with him. So there is that.” —Rob Carson [02:18]
- “We have a bourgeois. We have a proletariat … The bourgeois moves to Washington, D.C. and spends their entire lives telling us how to live ours. And we, the prolet, get the crumbs.” [04:40]
- “All it is is an opportunity to raid the treasury and enrich their friends. … I was right.” [04:40]
- “You're being played. If you believe this, you're being played.” [16:39] (on the pipe bomber case cover-up)
- “The bottom line is they were chasing political narratives. This case [the pipe bomber investigation] sat on a shelf. No one worked this case.” —Stuart Kaplan [26:22]
- “I went into TJ Maxx to buy a wallet and you know what I walked out with? ... an indoor snowball fight ... a cotton candy machine ... a Run DMC style jogging suit in Christmas colors ... and some spongebob socks. What the hell?” —Rob Carson [36:32]
Key Timestamps
- 00:00–01:26 — Ads, intro, and transition (skipped for summary)
- 01:38–03:53 — Weekend recap; the lost wallet and immigrant drivers
- 03:53–09:55 — Minnesota fraud scandal and deeper issues with government corruption
- 10:20–12:18 — SNAP data coverup and commentary on how fraud persists nationally
- 13:04–28:38 — Analysis and skepticism of Jan 6 pipe bomber case; FBI and DOJ political bias; guest commentary
- 28:38–38:18 — Economic satire, complaints about inflation, TJ Maxx holiday shopping shenanigans
- 38:28–39:22 — Personal anecdotes, Christmas traditions, tease for next segments
Tone & Language
Rob Carson’s delivery is sharp, sarcastic, and conversational, blending comedy with strong political opinions. He takes pride in "telling it like it is," often with bombastic language and populist analogies. Humor and cultural references are interwoven to keep listeners engaged, even on serious topics.
Conclusion
This episode is quintessential "Rob Carson Show": a potent mix of political critique, deep-state suspicions, and holiday-season humor. Carson’s skeptical lens on government, relatable personal stories, and high-energy delivery ensure there’s never a dull moment—even when the discussion turns to complex or troubling topics. For listeners seeking both entertainment and insight from a sharply conservative perspective, this episode delivers on both counts.