The Rob Carson Show – “You’re On Your Own!”

Date: November 5, 2025
Host: Rob Carson
Notable Guests and Contributors: Brianna Lyman, Carl Higby, Victor Davis Hanson, Jim Gossett, John Solomon

Episode Overview

This episode of The Rob Carson Show reacts to the immediate aftermath of pivotal elections in New York City, Minneapolis, and Virginia. Center stage is the election of Zoran Mamdani, a self-identified Democratic Socialist, in New York City—a win Rob Carson equates to a warning for the nation. Rob's signature mix of humor, satire, and candid commentary offers conservative listeners rallying points and provocative takes on strategies for the GOP, the Democrats’ trajectory, immigration, and the ripple effect of radical left policies. The show is punctuated by notable guest analysis, parody segments, and strong calls to political action.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Election Results – New York, Minneapolis, and Virginia

• New York City: Zoran Mamdani’s win heralded as a wake-up call for America about socialism’s spread.
  • Carson frames the NYC mayoral result as inevitable given “$40 million” in funding and weak opponents.
  • Calls on conservatives outside NYC: "You’re on your own, man. Show New York we’re not going to help you. Donald Trump has already said he’s not going to help you.” (06:12)
• Minneapolis: Omar Fateh, a radical left figure, was defeated by incumbent Jacob Fry—a rare “good news” for moderates. Fry likened to “the Justin Trudeau of Minneapolis.” (05:15)
  • Carson points out, “If Zoran Mamdani’s victory was such a metaphor for communism’s sweep, why did this guy lose in Minneapolis? Minneapolis is way far gone… but at least not that far.” (05:47)
• Virginia: Disappointment for conservatives as Democrats gain control of the House of Delegates, sparking concern about redistricting and ground game failings.
  • Brianna Lyman: “Yesterday was just a really bad day for Republicans. They don’t know how to win when Donald Trump isn’t on the ballot. That is the biggest issue.” (23:30)

2. What NYC’s Left Turn Means Nationally

• Carson argues New York City’s experiment with “democratic socialism” will implode, comparing socialized grocery stores to DMV inefficiency and warning of capital flight.
  • “They’re gonna have to tax their way out of this... I bet you $1,000 billionaires today have contacted their real estate agents about getting the hell out of New York City.” (10:48)
• Satirical song parody by Jim Gossett lampoons Mamdani and prophesies urban decline and exodus:
  • “Mom Donnie’s gonna ruin it. New York, New York, the guy’s a buffoon. Folks don’t wanna stay; destruction, he’ll be doing it…” (13:01)

3. GOP Strategy & Republican Infighting

• Urges Republicans to “take the gloves off”—endorse eliminating the filibuster and adopt more aggressive tactics reminiscent of Trump’s campaign style.
  • “Possibly consider the nuclear option on the filibuster... gloves off, 100%.” (09:26)
• Points to John Fetterman in Pennsylvania as a Democrat who’s pivoting to “common sense,” noting the internal battle over the party’s future direction.
  • Victor Davis Hanson: “Anything can happen in Pennsylvania. It’s in a period of transition… Fetterman understands you’re not going to be re-elected taking the new Democratic position.” (07:32)

4. Immigration, Illegal Voting, and Election Integrity

• In-depth with Brianna Lyman: Concerns over mass legal migration, illegal voting, and population-driven apportionment shaping electoral outcomes.
  • “When you import people from countries incapable of self governance… how do you expect them to uphold our small R republicanism?” (25:37)
• Advocates for the SAVE Act—requiring proof of citizenship to vote.
  • “If [Republicans] eliminate the filibuster, the SAVE act must be the first thing they get through…” (28:11)
• Lyman also raises alarm at Democratic strategies: “Blue states incentivize illegal aliens to come there—they’re doing it for political gain… They are impacting our elections.” (27:35)

5. Urban vs. Rural Dynamics and “Red State Backbone”

• John Solomon (via Carl Higby): Red states economically sustain blue cities; blue urbanites misunderstand realities of agriculture and energy.
  • “Over 83% of the population lives in those tiny blue areas… the food we eat is more than 90% produced in those red areas… When I was in college, I knew a kid from New York who thought you had to kill the cow to get the milk somewhere.” (18:09 – 18:50)
• Carson asserts: “They’re helpless… a beetle on its back in the highway… without us.” (19:17)

6. The Rise of Democratic Socialists & Antisemitism in NYC

• Extensive discussion on Zoran Mamdani’s affiliations and the DSA agenda in New York.
  • John Solomon: “They’re going to force the city of New York to divest from anything that is Jewish… regulate land sales… it's like something from a Soviet republic.” (35:02 – 35:52)
  • Carson warns of antisemitic and anti-law enforcement moves after Mamdani’s win: “He’s now in office… now he can unveil who he truly is.” (36:08)
• Discusses leftist coalition-building, radical Islam’s influence, and progressives “using useful idiots” in the electorate.
  • “He tamped down his rhetoric around Jews so we could get some Jews to vote for him. But he also did not say disarm Hamas… Look what you got now.” (37:24)

7. Calls to Action and Closing Thoughts

• Advocates Trump-style energy and urgency for the GOP.
  • “We have to do whatever we can… the Democrat Party has declared war on us. Let’s go. No more Marcus of Queensberry rules.” (38:28)
• Stresses resilience: “Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and begin the fight anew.” (30:42)
• Affirms patriotism and the populist movement as the path forward despite temporary setbacks.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• Rob Carson on New York City’s fate (06:12):
  “You’re on your own, man. Now you're going to have to put your money where your mouth is. Now you’re going to have to leave now. We’re not going to help you.”

• Victor Davis Hanson on Pennsylvania (07:32):
  “It’s in a period of transition… Fetterman understands that you’re not going to be re-elected or popular taking the new Democratic position.”

• John Solomon on urban-rural dependencies (18:13):
  “Over 83% of the population lives in those tiny Blue areas. The food we eat is more than 90% produced in those red areas.”

• Brianna Lyman on immigration and voting (25:37):
  “When you import people from countries that are incapable of self governance... how do you expect them to uphold our small R Republicanism... That is the biggest issue.”

• Jim Gossett (satire, singing) (13:01):
  “Mom Donnie’s gonna ruin it. New York, New York…”

• Brianna Lyman on Democratic Party shifts (29:57):
  “Data for Progress found that among likely Democratic voters, 51% support people like AOC, Zoran and Sanders over typical Democrats like Hakeem Jeffries, Chuck Schumer, Nancy Pelosi. The younger base is more organized and more radical.”

• Rob Carson, closing energizer (38:28):
  “Nuke the filibuster. Take the gloves off. The Democrat Party has declared war on us… I promise you, every single day, I will come on, analyze what happened, and a way to win. And we are going to win.”

Key Timestamps

• [05:15] – Minneapolis mayoral race discussed
• [07:32] – Victor Davis Hanson on Pennsylvania
• [10:48] – Predictions of NYC capital flight
• [12:52] – Satirical ballad on NYC’s future
• [18:09] – John Solomon on red-state economic backbone
• [22:35] – Brianna Lyman segment (Fed, Newsmax): GOP post-election strategies
• [25:37] – Lyman on immigration’s political effects
• [28:11] – SAVE Act and filibuster conversation
• [35:00 – 35:52] – John Solomon on NYC DSA’s plans
• [38:28] – Carson’s call to action and finale

Final Thoughts

Rob Carson’s indictment of urban “blue” governance, his fierce support for aggressive GOP strategy, and warnings about complacency are crystal clear. The episode is a rally for conservatives who see November 2025’s results as both cautionary and energizing. Through humor, satire, and informed guests, “You’re On Your Own!” positions the latest elections as both a consequence and a challenge for America’s political future.

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