This is America with Rich Valdés
America is complicated, so we break it down to the basics. Join radio host Rich Valdés, "Your liberty-loving Latino amigo," "The voice of Hispanic conservatives," as he takes you on his journey through poverty, prosperity, and politics with humor, analysis, and a dash of sofrito. Previously, Valdés was staffer in Governor Chris Christie’s administration and Director of Operations at Project Veritas, He is currently a radio host, producer, and regular guest-host of the nationally-syndicated Mark Levin Show referred to on-air as "Richie V. Mr. Call Screener". Valdés is a proud American of Puerto Rican heritage, a Gen-Xer, born in Brooklyn, NY, and spent his teen years in Hudson County, NJ. At 16 years old, while still in High School, Valdés turned a hair cutting hobby in his dad’s apartment into an actual barbershop business. Valdés is a co-founder of a charter school and served as a school board member. New shows are available every Tuesday, Thursday, and on the weekend. Follow @RichValdes on social media and subscribe to the podcast to never miss an episode.
Episodes
March 19, 2024 • 36 mins
Today Rich speaks with executive director of the Center for a Secure Free Society, Joseph Humire. First, Rich breaks down some outrageous comments that an illegal immigrant brazenly posted on social media. Then Joseph Humire explains how the Venezuelan gang Tren De Aragua rose to power. Finally, he explains how that gang moved north and eventually managed to infiltrate the United States.
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March 12, 2024 • 44 mins
Today Rich delves into Special Counsel Robert Hur's testimony on Capitol Hill over his report on President Biden's mishandling of classified information. Then we share how inflation continues to climb higher despite Biden's claims of having it under control. Finally, Rich breaks down a study that claims it is possible to teach yourself how to be happy.
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March 7, 2024 • 46 mins
Today Rich delves into the Cuban government begging the UN to help ease a food shortage in the country, and how that is the natural endpoint of Communism. Then we share how famed NYC rapper Fat Joe is getting beat up over owning a pair of President Trump's golden high-top sneakers. Finally, Rich breaks down the history of Reggaeton music and how it is taking the music industry by storm.
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February 27, 2024 • 39 mins
Today Rich speaks with author Xi Van Fleet. First, she tells us what it was like growing up in China under the control of the Mao regime. Then Xi explains what it was like escaping from communism and finding freedom in America. Finally, she provides a warning of the parallels she sees between America's current path and the early days of the communists consolidating power in China.
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February 17, 2024 • 37 mins
Today Rich speaks with Reverend Jesse Lee Peterson. First, he tells us his views on what is causing the perception of racial inequality in America. Then Rev. Peterson explains how unchecked immigration into the country is hurting the United States, especially Black Americans. Finally, Rich reflects on ways we can come together instead of constantly focusing on our differences.
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November 11, 2023 • 47 mins
Today Rich delves into the story of a child psychiatrist who was caught using AI to generate pornographic images of his underage patients. Then we share a portion of a conversation Rich had with filmmaker Dinesh D'Souza where he explains how the FBI has been trying to intimidate him over his new film "Police State." Finally, Rich breaks down an article detailing how the federal government continues to persecute people who support P...
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October 21, 2023 • 47 mins
Today Rich delves into how President Biden's open border policy has allowed for an explosion in child trafficking. Then Congressman James Comer (R-KY), Chairman of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability, has unveiled some more evidence of the corruption within the Biden family. Finally, Rich has a conversation with Dr. Zuhdi Jasser, co-founder of the American Islamic Forum for Democracy, about the differences in the be...
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October 7, 2023 • 28 mins
Today Rich speaks with mental health expert Dr. Vince Callahan. First, he tells why the effects of yelling at children can be as bad as the effects of physical abuse. Then Dr. Callahan explains strategies to help someone wind down when you see them getting worked up. Finally, he details a new study that shows a correlation between babies being given screen time and developing symptoms of autism.
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September 9, 2023 • 47 mins
Today, Rich discusses why young children should not be permitted to self-diagnose themselves as trans. Next, a look at how China is targeting the United States with disinformation, Also, disappointing poll numbers for President Biden, as the House may be inching closer to an impeachment inquiry. Plus, a look at dating, including a place in Japan where the parents are doing the matchmaking for their adult kids.
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September 1, 2023 • 39 mins
Today, Rich talks about the Pope's recent criticism of Catholic bishops in the United States. We look at poll numbers following the first Republican debate. Former President Trump is accusing the Biden administration of election interference. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell has another scary moment on-camera. Also, James O'Keefe captures hidden video of teachers calling the police to report strangers they describe as "Trump-...
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August 8, 2023 • 30 mins
Today Rich speaks with GOP presidential candidate Larry Elder. First, he tells why he gave up his nationally syndicated show to run for president. Then Mr. Elder explains why he is striving to end the epidemic of fatherlessness. Finally, he provides his opinion on the persecution of former president and fellow GOP candidate Donald Trump.
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July 28, 2023 • 28 mins
Today Rich speaks with Shawn Ryan, host of The Shawn Ryan Show. First, he tells the story of how he was unjustly censored by YouTube over an interview about the plague of child sex trafficking. Then Shawn gives a first hand account of the UFO hearing that occurred on Capitol Hill. Finally, how he went from Navy SEAL to all-star podcaster.
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July 21, 2023 • 24 mins
Rich talks with Antonio Salazar-Hobson, author of "Antonio, We Know You." In the book, he tells the story of how he was kidnapped at the age of 4, and taken to a pedophile ranch, where he was held captive for a dozen years. He shares his story of survival, leading up to his adult life as a lawyer for the labor unions.
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July 7, 2023 • 43 mins
This week Rich discusses why the New Jersey Attorney General is going after parents who are trying to exercise their parental rights. Then, while speaking on a podcast rapper Ice Cube breaks down what he sees as the issue with modern rap music. Meanwhile, a mysterious powder found at the White House over the weekend turned out to be cocaine, the question now is whose is it?
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June 24, 2023 • 36 mins
Today Rich speaks with Andi Buerger from Voices Against Trafficking. First, she details how she was sexually abused and sold by her family starting as a baby. Then Andi explains that the abuse led to her thinking of suicide at 5-years-old. Finally, how she found her path to sharing her story and becoming an outspoken advocate against trafficking.
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June 16, 2023 • 44 mins
This week Rich discusses the politically motivated case being brought against President Trump over the documents found at his Mar-a-Lago resort. Then police have arrested 7 people involved in stealing and selling human remains. Meanwhile scientists keep inching closer to being able to clone humans, could it happen in our lifetimes?
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June 9, 2023 • 37 mins
Today Rich discusses how wokeness has started to infiltrate America's public schools like an elementary school in Glendale, California . Then, a shocking report from the Wall Street Journal details how Instagram's algorithm has enabled the creation of massive pedophile networks. Plus, where is the line when it comes to pronouns, is it vampires?
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June 2, 2023 • 29 mins
Today Rich shares an interview he conducted with North Korean defector Yeonmi Park. First, she pulls back the curtain on growing up inside the Hermit Kingdom. Then Yeonmi reveals how she fell victim to sex trafficking in China. Finally, the harrowing tale of her escape to the United States.
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May 27, 2023 • 33 mins
Today Rich takes note of the upcoming Memorial Day holiday. Then, we delve into a discussion with ret. brigadier general Blaine Holt about the revelation that Ukraine was behind the drone attack on the Kremlin. Plus, we delve into the issues that arise from the U.S. providing Ukraine with training on F-16 fighter jets.
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May 20, 2023 • 49 mins
Today Rich discusses the ignorance of geography and U.S. history displayed by a car rental clerk and a Louisianan cop. Then, the imbeciles in the White House call for the U.S. to increase its debt limit to pay its bills, the only problem is that the country literally has enough revenue to pay its debt service and has always paid its bills. Plus, even though California never had involuntary servitude (slavery) since its inception in...
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