Rich Valdés America At Night

Guest host Paul Vandenburgh steps in for Rich Valdes to unpack a packed news cycle. He breaks down the passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, what it means for Americans moving forward, and what comes next on Capitol Hill. Paul also dives into the dramatic developments in the Sean “Diddy” Combs case, with bail denied and the potential for serious jail time. Finally, he examines the Kohberger murder case—with the suspect avoiding the death penalty and instead facing life in prison. Is that justice for the families of the slain Idaho students, or a missed opportunity for true accountability? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Dom Giordano fills in for Rich Valdes with a powerful episode diving into today’s most pressing issues. Rep. Mike Haridopolos (FL-8) breaks down the latest on the Big Beautiful Bill (BBB)—what it means for the economy, how it targets fraud, and why its Medicaid reforms are aimed at protecting the most vulnerable rather than cutting care. Then, Paula Scanlan, former University of Pennsylvania swimmer and teammate of Lia Thomas, shares her firsthand experience with the impact of transgender participation in women’s sports. She opens up about the locker room controversy, her personal reaction to UPenn’s decision, and why she’s speaking out for fairness in women’s athletics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Dom Giordano fills in for Rich on this episode. Congressman Jim Jordan (R-OH) breaks down the Senate’s passage of the Big Beautiful Bill, what it means for spending reform, and the next battle as it heads to the House. He outlines how the bill could reshape America’s economy and strengthen conservative priorities once signed into law. Then, Charles "Cully" Stimson of the Deputy Director of Legal and Judicial Studies at the Heritage Foundation joins to discuss the shocking plea deal for Brian Kohberger, the Idaho student murder suspect. Once facing the death penalty, Kohberger will now serve life in prison—raising deep legal and ethical questions. Stimson also explores the taxpayer impact of high-profile prosecutions. Stacy Garrity, Pennsylvania State Treasurer, weighs in on the economic benefits of the Big Beautiful Bill and addresses a brewing scandal involving Governor Josh Shapiro’s alleged misuse of taxpayer funds for luxury perks at the U.S. Open. Finally, Scott Jennings, CNN contributor and former presidential advisor, discusses how the bill targets Medicaid fraud, and the growing tension between Elon Musk and Donald Trump as the two titans clash over policy direction and influence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Justin Davis fills in for Rich Valdes on this episode of The Richard Valdes Show. He’s joined first by Jim Morris, former MLB pitcher whose incredible life story inspired the hit film The Rookie. Morris reflects on his journey from a troubled childhood to the big leagues, and how he’s now dedicating his life to motivational speaking, inspiring others to overcome adversity and pursue purpose. Then, Jason Lewis, former Congressman and conservative radio host, gives a sharp and unfiltered look at the volatile conflict between Israel and Iran. He breaks down recent U.S. military action in the region, warns that it may not go far enough, and discusses why Trump’s decisive strategy is reshaping minds—even among his former critics. Lewis argues the region is full of war hawks, and only bold leadership will protect American interests. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Trump's attorney and partner in the Binnall Law Group Jesse Binnall, he breaks down the latest Supreme Court rulings—including major decisions on birthright citizenship, the future of nationwide injunctions, and LGBTQ content in school books—highlighting a day of big legal victories for the Trump administration. Then, retired Marine Maj. Fred Galvin shares the harrowing story behind his book, detailing combat in Iraq, his wrongful prosecution for war crimes back home, and how his experience parallels the modern political warfare surrounding Iran and Israel. Finally, Brandon Sorbo—author of Embrace Masculinity and cultural commentator—explores the growing societal pressure to dismantle traditional masculinity, the consequences for young men, and the evolving landscape of immigration and ICE enforcement in America today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich welcomes Alireza Jafarzadeh, Deputy Director of the Washington Office of the National Council of Resistance of Iran and author of The Iran Threat. Jafarzadeh reveals new details about the impact of Operation Midnight Hammer on Iran, offering a realistic damage assessment amid the flood of disinformation and state-run media spin. Next, Professor William Jacobson—founder of EqualProtect.org and a legal scholar—joins to break down several major Supreme Court decisions. He explains how the Court allowing the expedited deportation of migrants to third countries without extended due process is being contested, rulings on free speech, the ongoing debate with Paxton, and birthright citizenship. Finally, political analyst and Fox News contributor Gianno Caldwell opens up about his powerful memoir, The Day My Brother Was Murdered. He shares how the tragedy shaped his mission for reform and public safety through his nonprofit, The Caldwell Institute, which works to address urban violence and bring bipartisan solutions to America’s cities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is joined by Father Frank Pavone, National Director of Priests for Life, who discusses Religious Freedom Week and how the Trump administration has defended the rights of faith-based communities across America. Father Pavone emphasizes the ongoing importance of protecting religious liberty in today’s political climate. Next, Horace Cooper—Chairman and Senior Fellow at Project 21—explores the longstanding support for Donald Trump within the Black conservative community. He also weighs in on the DEI protest, and how its framing a deeper conversation about the direction of Black political engagement and values in America. Then, Curtis Sliwa, founder of the Guardian Angels and NYC mayoral candidate, breaks down the state of the mayoral primary. Sliwa calls out far-left candidate Zohran Mamdani, warning why his radical agenda is wrong for New York City—and what’s really at stake for voters. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich speaks with Brent Sadler, Senior Research Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, about the shaky but stabilizing ceasefire in the Middle East. Sadler provides expert insight into how the truce is holding, the key players involved, and what continued peace could look like going forward—even after a rocky start. Then, Rep. Mike Haridopolos, who serves on the House Committees on Science, Space & Technology and Financial Services, weighs in on the failed attempt to impeach Donald Trump and discusses the new Ledger Act—groundbreaking legislation that sets the stage for a regulated and secure future in cryptocurrency. Plus, Rich gives an exclusive update on the capture of 11 Iranian nationals arrested by ICE, raising new concerns about sleeper cells and national security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is joined by Tony Grady—former U.S. Air Force test pilot and recent Senate candidate from Nevada—to break down the covert bombing mission reportedly authorized by President Trump: Operation Midnight Hammer. Grady explores the tactics and precision strategy that could have been used to carry out the targeted strike on Iran. Next, Brig. Gen. (Ret.) Blaine Holt—Air Force veteran, NATO advisor, entrepreneur, and Newsmax senior contributor—explains how Trump executed a geopolitical chess move: launching a strike, pressuring Iran into a ceasefire with Israel, and halting their nuclear ambitions. He also addresses the growing concerns over Iran’s potential disruption of the Strait of Hormuz and the looming sleeper cell threat inside U.S. borders. Finally, Adam Kissel, visiting fellow for higher education reform at The Heritage Foundation, exposes the growing ideological bias and academic decline in Ivy League institutions—and how the nation’s top schools are failing to equip students with truth, balance, and intellectual rigor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is joined by Alex Swoyer—attorney and legal affairs reporter for The Washington Times—to discuss the controversial federal court decision ordering the release of Mahmoud Khalil, a figure tied to terror-related concerns. With the Trump administration considering deportation action, the case raises serious questions about national security and judicial oversight. Marine veteran and founder of Post Traumatic Winning, Michael McNamara, shares his battle-tested approach to dealing with post-traumatic stress—offering raw, practical insight not just for veterans, but for anyone dealing with deep emotional trauma. Then, former CIA cybersecurity expert and Secure Anchor CEO Eric Cole breaks down the growing risk of Iranian cyberattacks targeting U.S. infrastructure and private industry. He explains why digital warfare may be Iran’s next move—and how America can stay ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is joined by Maj. Gen. (Ret.) Bob Dees, who served 31 years in the U.S. Army, including as Commander of the U.S.-Israeli Combined Task Force for Missile Defense. General Dees offers expert insight into the escalating conflict between Iran and Israel—including Iran’s horrific hospital attack—and weighs in on President Trump’s evolving stance on U.S. involvement in the growing regional war. Mike Howell, Executive Director of the Heritage Foundation’s Oversight Project, exposes major concerns over President Biden’s cognitive decline and the use of an “auto-pen presidency.” Howell explains the legal battle Republicans are launching to uncover who was really making decisions inside the White House—including efforts to subpoena Biden’s doctor. Then, Dr. Gilda Carle—renowned relationship expert, author of Real Men Don’t Go Woke, and spokesperson for the International Council of Men and Boys—unpacks how feminism and gender ideology are clashing with biological reality in the courts. She breaks down the Supreme Court’s recent decision upholding Tennessee’s ban on transgender medical procedures for minors and what it means for the culture war ahead. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is joined by Brigitte Gabriel—national security analyst, bestselling author, and Chairman of ACTforAmerica.org—who lays out how President Trump is confronting the Iran threat without dragging America into another war. She explains how his foreign policy is aimed at stopping Iran’s nuclear ambitions while restoring stability in the Middle East after years of global missteps. Then, Hans von Spakovsky, Senior Legal Fellow at The Heritage Foundation, breaks down a landmark Supreme Court decision that upholds Tennessee’s ban on gender-affirming medical procedures for minors. He explains what this means for state sovereignty, parental rights, and the future legal direction of youth gender policies—and how Trump-appointed justices are shaping the Court’s conservative trajectory. Finally, David Wheeler, author of Killing My Father: The Inside Story of the Biggest FBI Corruption Scandal in History, shares the chilling truth about how his father, tech millionaire Roger Wheeler, was murdered by a mob hit—and how deep FBI corruption enabled one of the darkest cover-ups in American law enforcement history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode, Rich is joined by former federal prosecutor and former Chief of the Criminal Division in New York, Doug Burns, to analyze Kash Patel’s alarming claim of a Chinese plot and what it means for U.S. legal and national security systems. Then, Daniel Flesch—former IDF paratrooper and Senior Policy Analyst at the Heritage Foundation—shares strategic insights on how America should respond to the growing threat from Iran and the broader instability in the Middle East. Rich also breaks down two explosive domestic developments: the arrest of NYC Comptroller Brad Lander by ICE agents and the dramatic moment when Senator Alex Padilla was handcuffed after approaching the podium during a DHS event. A high-stakes episode connecting global threats and political chaos at home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Founder of the Guardian Angels and former NYC mayoral candidate Curtis Sliwa—joins Rich to break down the high-stakes mayoral race shaping New York City’s future. Next, Erika Donalds, chair of the America First Policy Institute’s Center for Education Opportunity and founder of OptimaEd, discusses how radical teachers’ union leaders are clashing with immigration enforcement by opposing ICE, and the growing concern among parents about the unchecked use of smart devices in classrooms—impacting student focus, privacy, and development.Finally, Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, co-founder of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, examines the growing threat of open conflict between Israel and Iran. He highlights the critical role the Trump administration played in pushing back against Iran’s nuclear ambitions—and what’s at risk if current U.S. leadership fails to act with strength. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Dom Giordano tackles rising anti-Semitism, Israel’s leadership under Netanyahu, and the latest missile attacks in Iran. Later in the episode, he’s joined by Nick Berg, a former special operations soldier and author of Tehran: Forged in Conflict. Berg shares his powerful story—from growing up in Iran to becoming an American soldier—and offers insight into today’s tensions, his firsthand experiences, and his hope for renewed strength under Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich is joined by Ruthie Blum—former adviser to Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and senior editor at JNS—for an unfiltered look at the crisis in Gaza and the push for a Palestinian state. Chris Moritz, author of Failed State: A Portrait of California in the Twilight of Empire, exposes the growing power of Mexican cartel gangs and their reach inside American communities. Plus, Dr. Vince Callahan, founder of the Florida Institute for Neural Discovery, shares insights from his new book Freedom to Change, revealing how stress—especially from childhood—reshapes the brain and how we can reclaim control. Also additional updates on LA Riots. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Rep. Jimmy Patronis (R-FL) about the controversy over President Biden’s autopen use and what it means for presidential accountability. Next, Chuck DeVore, former California legislator and National Guardsman, reflects on the LA riots and Rodney King and weighs in on current insurrection rhetoric. Finally, Blaine Holt, retired Air Force officer and NATO deputy, shares expert analysis on the Russia-Ukraine conflict and its impact on U.S. policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rich talks with Steve Moore—Co-Founder of the Committee to Unleash Prosperity, Club for Growth leader, about key changes to President Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill” and the GOP’s growing concern over its impact on the national deficit. Jessie Holguin, founder of the Lexit Movement, breaks down the recent protests in Los Angeles and what they reveal about the state of law and order in urban America. Plus, national security expert Doug Quets joins to discuss the latest U.S. sanctions targeting the children of drug kingpin El Chapo. It's a hard-hitting episode on economics, crime, and political reality. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this powerful episode , Rich speaks with Tyler Grey, author of Forged in Chaos and a leading advocate for veterans' mental health, about PTSD, traumatic brain injury, and the long road to healing. Dr. Kathy Koch, founder of Celebrate Kids, shares insights from her new book Raising Gender-Confident Kids—a guide to helping children find identity and stability in today’s confusing world. Then Rich speaks with Brandon Bronaugh, A&E’s hoarding makeover expert and CEO of Life Cycle Transitions, reveals the deeper medical and psychological roots of hoarding. Rich also shares and discusses the latest on the Bondi Abrego Garcia charges. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Guest host Dom Giordano of WPHT Philadelphia fills in for Rich and reacts to Elon Musk naming Donald Trump in the Epstein files. David Bozell, President of the Media Research Center, joins to expose liberal bias at NPR and PBS and calls to defund public media. Bruce de Torres of the American Small Business League discusses Trump’s criticism of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell and the implications of a disappointing jobs report. Plus, workplace expert Heather Lisle, author of Hold the Pineapple, breaks down the blue-collar job boom as more employers drop college degree requirements in the age of AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices