The Rob Carson Show – Episode Summary
Episode: Trump Targets Narco-States, Rob Targets the Dems
Date: November 17, 2025
Host: Rob Carson
Main Guests: Deplorabella (author), Colonel Tony Schaefer (retired U.S. Army LTC, Project Sentinel president)
Overview
In this dynamic and humor-infused episode, Rob Carson offers his signature blend of political commentary, satire, and personal storytelling. The show spotlights current events in U.S. politics and global affairs, focusing on Donald Trump’s aggressive stance against narco-states, Democratic Party infighting and leadership struggles, and corruption in Ukraine. Through engaging conversations with guests Deplorabella and LTC Tony Schaefer, Rob challenges conventional wisdom, highlights the necessity of joy and patriotism in the face of adversity, and skewers the “mainstream media’s” narratives.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. Rob’s Personal Journey and the Power of Joy
(00:06–12:57)
- Rob opens with an update on his newly renovated broadcast studio and personal life, emphasizing how he’s using adversity as fuel for creating something positive and meaningful.
- Shares his struggles and triumphs—unemployment, adoption revelations, overcoming alcoholism, and recent divorce—as a testament to personal resilience and a message of hope for listeners.
- Emphasizes the unique power conservatives have in using joy and humor to overcome what he sees as relentless negativity from the political left.
- Quote:
“The best thing we can do... is saying, overwhelm them with joy and patriotism. And by God, it's real joy.” (09:48, Rob Carson)
- Encourages listeners to meet adversity with optimism, humor, and national pride, especially approaching America’s 250th birthday.
2. Interview with Deplorabella: Preemption, Conservative Strategy, and Party Discipline
(12:58–19:15)
- Deplorabella lauds Rob’s charitable work and pivots to advocate for a preemptive, aggressive conservative approach, citing Israeli and Trump leadership as examples.
- Calls for Trump to end the filibuster, pack the Supreme Court, and act decisively against what she claims is Democratic Party overreach should he return to office.
- “If he packs the court, he will be able to finally codify all of his executive orders into law... He needs to take strong action.” (16:45, Deplorabella)
- Suggests limiting D.C. land, supporting secessionist movements within blue states, and barring Puerto Rico from attaining statehood due to what she deems as “corruption.”
- Criticizes Republicans lacking party loyalty, naming Rand Paul, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Nancy Mace as problematic figures.
- “Marjorie Taylor Greene, you've had your 15 minutes of fame and exceeded it. Enough, enough.” (18:41, Deplorabella)
3. Democratic Party Leadership Crisis
(20:56–22:07)
- Discussion on the lack of charismatic or young Democratic leaders, lampooning the notion that figures like Chris Murphy (50s), Cory Booker (50s), and Elizabeth Warren (70s) represent “new energy.”
- Quote:
“All four of the dynamic young leaders that he talked about are senior citizens!... They have no bench.” (22:07, Rob Carson)
4. Interview with Colonel Tony Schaefer: Trump, Venezuela, and the Narco-State Crackdown
(22:25–30:02)
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Venezuela and Narco-States:
- Schaefer affirms Trump’s backchannel to Maduro and the aggressive stance against Venezuelan drug trafficking, defending the legality of military intervention under AUMF.
- Rob and Schaefer agree that all-out force is justified against narco-traffickers, criticizing European objections and incremental U.S. responses.
- “Do whatever is necessary to take these people out and Rand Paul can stick it.” (25:53, Rob Carson)
- Highlights how narco-economics dominate countries like Mexico—40% of GDP from drugs.
- “The moment... you cut off immigration or we end all trade and travel with Mexico and Mexico dies.” (27:54, Rob Carson)
- Explores Mexican political resistance to confronting cartels and the generational call for reform within Mexico.
- Mentions Trump’s pressure on China to cut off fentanyl precursor chemicals.
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Global Banking and Drug Money:
- Schaefer points out collusion between global banking/financial systems and drug traffickers: “President Trump’s target here is global banking, one step past the whole drug thing.” (29:34, Col. Tony Schaefer)
5. Corruption in Ukraine and Congressional Kickbacks
(30:02–35:36)
- Trump audio clip emphasizes zero tolerance for narco-trafficking, confidence in the military, and the need for secrecy on operational details.
- Tony Schaefer and Rob discuss the latest Ukrainian corruption scandal—a $100M kickback scheme in energy—using it as a springboard to critique long-standing, bipartisan profiteering from U.S. aid to Ukraine.
- “We're going to come to find that there's members of Congress on both sides who didn't make money off this. Just saying.” (31:08, Col. Tony Schaefer)
- Describes “faux patriotism” used to disguise money laundering through Ukraine and details how book deals, speaking fees, and think tanks serve as legal and semi-legal conduits for kicked-back aid.
6. Satire and Media Critique
(36:16–39:17)
- Rob mocks the rebranding of MSNBC to “MS Now,” predicting failure due to unaddressed institutional dishonesty.
- Features a parody song lampooning mainstream journalists and networks for their declining ratings and credibility.
- “If you had a, a menu and it was a crap sandwich and you just decided to name it the Mered Sandwich, then that's what's happening at msnbc.” (39:01, Rob Carson)
Notable Quotes
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On Overcoming Hardship:
“I would like you to realize what's possible if you're suffering.” (08:20, Rob Carson)
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On Conservative Optimism:
“Overwhelm them with joy and patriotism. And by God, it's real joy.” (09:48, Rob Carson)
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On Democratic Party’s Age Problem:
“All four of the dynamic young leaders ... are senior citizens!... They have no bench. Oh my goodness.” (22:07, Rob Carson)
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On U.S. Action in Venezuela:
“Do whatever is necessary to take these people out... There is nothing that makes me happier than lighting up a target like he's doing with these drug boats.” (25:53, Rob Carson)
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On Ukraine Aid & Congressional Corruption:
“We're going to come to find that there's members of Congress on both sides who didn't make money off this. Just saying.” (31:08, Col. Tony Schaefer)
“They buy these books, they put them in a warehouse and big corporations buy them and pay people off. It’s a scam.” (35:19, Col. Tony Schaefer)
Timestamps for Key Segments
- Rob’s monologue and personal history: 00:06–12:57
- Interview with Deplorabella: 12:58–19:15
- Democratic Party bench analysis: 20:56–22:07
- Interview with Col. Tony Schaefer (Venezuela, Narco-States, Mexico): 22:25–30:02
- Audio: Trump on narco-states: 30:02–30:48
- Ukraine corruption & Congressional kickbacks: 31:08–35:36
- MSNBC satire, media montage & parody song: 36:16–39:17
Memorable/Notable Moments
- Rob’s impassioned call for meeting political adversity with joy and humor.
- Deplorabella’s strident appeal for a more forceful Trump presidency, including court-packing and radical party reforms.
- Schaefer’s frank assertions about global financial complicity with drug traffickers and government corruption on both sides of the aisle.
- A satirical “farewell” song to MSNBC, lampooning mainstream media as out-of-touch and responsible for its own decline.
Tone and Language
Rob Carson’s tone is raucous, irreverent, and self-consciously partisan, peppered with comedic asides, pointed sarcasm, and energetic interplay with guests. He aligns his personal suffering with broader conservative resilience, weaving together political commentary, humor, and grassroots encouragement in equal measure.
For Listeners Who Missed the Episode
This episode brings together personal narrative, tough political talk, and biting satire. Carson and his guests cover the state of conservative media, strategy for 2026, Democratic leadership woes, Trump’s narco-state policies, and systemic financial and political corruption—delivered in a way that’s equal parts informative, provocative, and entertaining.