Rich Valdés This is America

On Tuesday night, Rich hosts an exclusive interview with retired government official Dennis E. Gonzalez about the unfolding Puerto Rico water crisis on the Rich Valdés This Is America podcast. As the founder of Gonzalez Strategies and Solutions, Dennis brings decades of raw insider knowledge from his time serving decades in both the U.S. Department of Health under both Trump administrations and th...

On the eve of the tournament, Rich Valdés delivers a one-on-one exclusive interview with his former radio colleague Andrew Giuliani, who is now the Executive Director of the White House Task Force for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Get the ultimate backstage pass as President Trump’s point man drops the script to reveal the massive logistical realities of securing the largest sporting event on the plane...

On Monday night, Rich is back from presenting at the TALKERS 2026 conference, and El Trumpito has been busy from peace to retaliation to going to the Knicks game and clapping back at Stephen A. Smith. Then, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the IRGC, at the direction of the mullahs, have attacked Israel and US bases in the Middle East, and New Jersey gets a Congressional nominee, Dr. Adam Hamawy, w...

Tonight, Rich recaps headlines and reacts to New York City's Communist-sympathizing Mayor Zohran Mamdani's failed attempt to cancel a pre-Puerto Rican Parade gala at Gracie Mansion before suffering significant public pushback. Then a conversation with Jessica Crotty, the CEO of C. Crane (a radio manufacturer). Then, a 70-year-old woman in Seattle drove her car onto overhead train tracks! Get your...

On Friday night, Rich interviews Michael Harrison, publisher of Talker's magazine, who shares insights into the evolution of radio, the impact of AI, and the future of talk media overall. Discover how passion drives success, the challenges of digital integration, and what to expect from the upcoming Talkers conference on June 5th, 2026. Get your VALDES VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com t...

On Thursday night, join Rich Valdes in an insightful conversation with NYPD Sgt. Joseph Imperatrice, founder of Blue Lives Matter NYC, as they explore police perspectives on roadside sobriety saliva tests for marijuana, swatting incidents involving high-profile individuals, and the importance of community support for law enforcement. Get your VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com to unlock e...

On Wednesday night, Rich reacts to Ken Paxton's huge primary election win in Texas with President Trump's pollster, John McLaughlin. He also discusses the 5% drop in oil prices following Secretary of State Marco Rubio's announcement that the U.S. will exhaust all diplomatic options before escalating conflict with Iran. Plus, New York police are now using roadside saliva swabs to test for cannabis...

On Monday night, Rich discusses the first-ever CPAC in Puerto Rico, President Trump's visit to China, and the latest on the mosque shooting. Then, Congressional elections are heating up from twerking candidates to the crypt-keeper chicken man losing his seat, to the electoral crosshairs on Rep. Massey and Sen. Cassidy. Plus, for the first time in United States history, women over 40 are having mor...

On Tuesday night, Rich celebrates his Cinco de Mayo birthday and discusses the latest on Iran and US Central Command.  Then the attacks on Jewish worship in the City. Plus, New York cops crack down on ghost plates and EZ Pass enforcement - is it fair, though? Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This Is America" on iHeartRadio and follow @RichValdes on social media, Roku's Festiva TV, and the official "Rich...

On Monday night, Rich reacts to the shooting outside the White House. Then, Spirit Airlines ceased all operations over the weekend. Plus, a look at the seriousness of health conditions like Traumatic Brain Injury and pneumonia.   Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This Is America" on iHeartRadio and follow @RichValdes on social media, Roku's Festiva TV, and the official "Rich Valdes - This is America" Rumb...

On Friday night, Rich reacts to President Trump's announcement of the "Trump IRA" executive order he signed, establishing federally matched individual retirement accounts for low-income citizens. Then, a look at humanoid robots and the arms race to dominate in that sector. Plus, a look at the risque revelation that rapper Ray-J recently made on Cam Newton's podcast, which might actually be record-...

On Thursday night, Rich discusses how Democrats are losing Black voters to Republicans and why. Then, drones are being tested for food delivery. Plus, is therapy helping to heal the divide between children and parents experiencing estrangement or emotional immaturity? Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This Is America" on iHeartRadio and follow @RichValdes on social media, Roku's Festiva TV, and the offici...

On Wednesday night, Rich continues the conversation from last night and reacts to Ilhan Omar's video calling the Second World War, "World War Eleven," along with an update on fraud. Then, Attorney Doug Burns, former federal prosecutor and deputy chief of the criminal division at the US Department of Justice, joins Rich to offer legal analysis on the SCOTUS decision, the Comey arrest, DR. Fauci's t...

On Tuesday night, Rich does a deep dive into the arrest warrant issued for former FBI Director James Comey for calling for the assassination of President Donald Trump in his infamously deleted "8647" seashell Instagram post. Then, King Charles made his first visit to the White House. While this is his first visit as monarch, it is not the first by a British royal, as King Edward VII (as prince) vi...

On Monday night, Rich breaks down how President Trump survived his 3rd assasination attempt at the White House Correspondents Dinner. Then, the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS) ruled that Texas can keep its redistricting map. Plus, a muslim Imam explains how Sharia Law requires taxes to be paid by non-muslims to avoid becoming their slave, or being killed.  Subscribe to "Rich Valdés Thi...

On Thursday night, Rich speaks with retired Major Doron Kempel, former Deputy Commander of the Israeli Defense Force's elite special operations unit, Sayeret Matkal, regarding the Mossad's mission in Iran and his thoughts on President Trump reshaping the global order. But first, Ilhan Omar, the multi-millionaire Congresswoman, says she made a "mistake" on her financial disclosure forms as an inves...

On Thursday night, Rich reacts to President Trump's announcements that the Mullahs caved on pursuing nuclear enrichment and that he'd separately secured a 10-day ceasefire in Lebanon. Then, the tragic news of former VA Lt. Governor Justin Fairfax murdering his wife before killing himself. Plus, some backstory on the US 10 aerospace scientists who have mysteriously gone missing or been murdered.  S...

On Wednesday night, Rich talks about the Trump tax breaks on tips and overtime on tax day. Then, California Governor Gavin Newsom has approved breast implants, that's right, boob jobs for homeless illegal migrants. Then, several headlines regarding miscellaneous maniacs slashing, kidnapping, and murdering.  Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This Is America" on iHeartRadio and follow @RichValdes on social...

On Tuesday night, Rich breaks down the drugging and intimate assault allegations against Congressman Eric Swalwell that caused him to resign from the US House of Representatives. Then, Rich covers the Alani Nu energy drink lawsuit involving the death of a teen cheerleader. Plus, it's Holocaust Remembrance Day, and we reflect on what happened at Auschwitz and Dachau.  Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This...

On Monday night, Rich reacts to the end of the ceasefire with Iran and the beginning of the US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz, with the US Navy controlling which ships enter or exit. Iran's Foreign Minister Araghchi says they are ready for a ground invasion. Then, New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani copies communists and announces taxpayer-funded government-run grocery stores. Plus, President Tru...

On Wednesday night, Rich gives his hot take on the Strait of Hormuz and Trump's leverage to create a win-win scenario. Then, did the United States really just send a spaceship to the Moon for the first time in 50-something years and NOT get out to take a selfie? Plus, how stealing has gotten out of hand. Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This Is America" on iHeartRadio and follow @RichValdes on social med...

On Tuesday night, Rich reacts to the breaking news that Iran has agreed to a 2-week ceasefire to work toward a peace deal ahead of President Trump's threat to end their civilization. Will it last? Then, Chief Economist E.J. Antoni joins Rich to discuss the jobs report and the outlook on oil prices due to the Iranian conflict. Plus, loneliness and isolation amongst people who work from home abounds...

On Monday Night, Rich breaks down President Trump's press conference and the important role the CIA played in the miraculous search-and-rescue extraction of two pilots caught behind enemy lines in Iraq despite fake news from the IRGC regarding the capture of a fictitious Air Force Major named Amanda Ryder, who they alleged was being held as a prisoner of war (POW). Then, Astronauts aboard the spac...

On Friday night, Rich discusses the breaking news of an F-15 downed by Iran, with one pilot recovered and a surviving crew member still not accounted for as the US dispatches search and rescue operations. Then, are things so bad that roommates are resorting to poisoning one another? Plus, a special Holy Week Flashback on this Good Friday as we revisit our pre-resurrection conversation with Pastor...

On Thursday night, Rich reacts to the reassignment of Attorney General Pam Bondi, who was ceremoniously sacked by being moved to another DOJ position. Then, Los Angeles swindlers with healthcare licences defrauded the government out of tens of millions in Hospice funds. Plus, a deep dive into the scandalous trend of female teachers pursuing their students for sex.  Subscribe to "Rich Valdés This I...