It’s a new talk for a new generation, introducing Rich Valdés America at Night! Rich brings late-night radio alive with the perfect blend of news, entertainment, interesting interviews, pop culture, and insight.
It’s America’s new nighttime town hall, celebrating America’s success and helping plot the right path forward. We talk with politicians, influencers, entertainers, and ordinary Americans from all walks of life. And then, it’s “Open Phone America,” your turn to chime in on the discussion with your own thoughts and ideas.
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833-4-VALDESGuest Host Paul Vandenburgh: Pope Leo XIV, Newark mayor arrested, Tariffs
Guest Host Dom Giordano: The new pope, Trade deal with the UK, Trump appoints Jeanine Pirro as top prosecutor in D.C.
Rich is off tonight, with Dom Giordano filling in from Philadelphia. First up, CNN panelist/conservative strategist Scott Jennings weighs in on the news of the day. Plus your thoughts on the new pope, a trade deal with the UK, and President Trump's appointment of Fox News host Jeanine Pirro as the top prosecutor in Washington.
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Guest Host J.D. Lake: "Rides with Jay Thomas," Energy, Climate change and severe weather
Rich is off tonight. J.D. Lake from WDAY in Fargo, ND fills in, and welcomes his fellow radio host Jay Thomas, who also has a nationally syndicated TV show. Later, we take a deep dive into the national energy scene with Ron Ness, president of the North Dakota Petroleum Council. Plus, a discussion about climate change and accurately predicting severe weather, as well as a preview of hurricane season, from Justin Storm, meteorologist with Weather 20/20.
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Media coverage of liberal judges, Meet NYC's newest councilmember, Military transgender ban
Rich discusses the left wing media's coverage of liberal judges' actions against President Trump with Mike Howell, president of Oversight Project. Next, television and radio commentator Frank Morano talks about what lies ahead in his new role as representative of NYC Council's 51st District. We also hear more on the Supreme Court's decision to uphold President Trump's ban on transgender persons in the military, as well arguments being heard in a historic religious charter funding case.
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'Tiger King' Joe Exotic, Tracking China's drones and Iran's nukes, Traditional vaccines
Rich catches up with the 'Tiger King' Joe Exotic, who calls us from federal prison in Texas. Next, USAF Brigadier General (Ret.) Blaine Holt discusses President Trump's quest to dismantle Iran's nuclear program, plus a look at China's advancement in drones. Later, we meet billionaire tech entrepreneur David Centner, co-founder of Centner Academy, for an update on COVID-19 and new rules for vaccines.
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Buy American, Border issues, Birth of the Republic
Rich looks at the news of the day, including tariffs and why it's important to buy items made in America. Later, we're joined by Art Del Cueto, vice president of the National Border Patrol, for a discussion of the charges piling up against Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Plus, award-winning author and motivational speaker Richard Battle talks about his latest book, "AmeriCANS Who Made America! 18th Century-Birth of the Republic."
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Guest Host J.D. Lake: Politics, Housing market, Rise Up Kings
J.D. Lake (from our affiliate WDAY in Fargo, ND) is filling in for Rich tonight. First, a conversation with former Congressman and radio host Jason Lewis about the current political landscape. We also get some insight into tariffs and the housing market from longtime real estate mogul Keith Hittner, Sr. Plus, Bob Schemp has the story behind the men's leadership organization Rise Up Kings (RUK), which focuses on Faith, Family, Fitness, and Finance.
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Committing to a natural resources deal, Consumer confidence, campus protesters
Rich discusses the news of the day, including the signing of a natural resources deal between the United States and Ukraine. We delve into the latest economic news, including this week's report on consumer confidence, with former Trump economic advisor Steve Moore. Later, Rabbi Yaakov Menken, executive vice president of the Coalition for Jewish Values, talks about the deportation of pro-Hamas supporters, many of whom have protested on college campuses.
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Trump: His first 100 days, Historic low polling for Democratic leadership, AOC for president?
Rich welcomes Ashley Hayek, president at America First Works, for a look at President Trump's accomplishments in the first 100 days of his second term. Later, pollster John McLaughlin breaks down President Trump's approval ratings, in contrast with confidence in Democratic leadership at historic lows. Plus, your thoughts on the border, the potential of AOC running for president, and much more.
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Illegal aliens, Immigration raid in Colorado, Iran's quest for nukes
Rich discusses immigration, the border, and Trump's first 100 days with former Rep. Mayra Flores (R-TX), along with her campaign to get back into Congress. Next, retired ICE Supervisory Special Agent Victor Avila, author of "Agent Under Fire: A Murder and a Manifesto," weighs in on the roundup of over 100 undocumented immigrants at a makeshift nightclub in Colorado. Plus, we gets thoughts on Russia's temporary ceasefire and Iran's nuclear ambitions from Dr. Rebecca Grant, vice president of the Lexington Institute.
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