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Rich Valdés This is America

Rich Valdés This is America

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 America is complicated, so this show breaks it down to the basics with a fresh, urban view. Join Rich Valdés, nicknamed “our liberty-loving Latino amigo” by “The Great One” Mark Levin — and dubbed “the voice of Hispanic conservatives”— as he tackles news & pop culture with wit, humor, and a dash of sofrito.

Rich Valdés is a recognized conservative commentator seen and heard across cable news, television, talk radio, and major conferences, bringing a distinct American-Hispanic perspective to today’s biggest issues in society and culture. He was nationally syndicated by Cumulus Media's Westwood One in 2022, taking over the legendary late-night timeslot pioneered by Larry King and Jim Bohannon before branching out to streaming video in 2026. He started his broadcasting career in New York City on 77 WABC Radio in 2018. Named to Talkers Magazine’s “100 Most Important Radio Talk Show Hosts in America” for 2023, 2024, and 2025, he climbed from the lower half of the list to number 38 out of 100, reflecting his rapid rise in national influence.

Valdés has been a producer and regular substitute guest-host on the Mark Levin Show, where he was known on-air as “Richie V, Mr. Call Screener.” He previously served in New Jersey Governor Chris Christie’s administration and later became Director of Operations at Project Veritas, deepening his experience at the intersection of media, politics, and activism.

A proud American of Puerto Rican heritage, Valdés is a Gen-Xer born in Brooklyn, NY, who spent his teen years in Hudson County, NJ. At 16, while still in high school, he turned a haircutting hobby in his dad’s apartment into a full barbershop business, reflecting the entrepreneurial grit that shapes his worldview.

Valdés is also a co-founder of a charter school and has served as a school board member, underscoring his commitment to education and opportunity. New shows every weeknight at 9 p.m. ET—follow @RichValdes on social media and subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode on iHeartRadio or RichValdeS.com.Copyright ABC Recording Network™ Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • Minaj at AmFest, Majority, MIlitary ticks?

    Minaj at AmFest, Majority, MIlitary ticks?
    Dec 23 2025
    On Monday, Rich weighs in on rapper and hip hop recording artist Nikki Minaj at Charlie Kirk's America Fest. Then, activist Kevin Smith from Loud Majority calls in. Plus, RFK Jr and Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) say Lyme disease might be a military bioweapon.

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    1 hr and 3 mins
  • Main event, Maduro reacts, Monogamy rankings

    Main event, Maduro reacts, Monogamy rankings
    Dec 19 2025
    On Wednesday, Rich discusses President Trump's primetime main event. Then, Venezuelan dictator Nicolas Maduro reacts to the US blockade of Venezuela's oil ship. Plus, January 6th political prisoner and activist Jake Lang joins to share about his march against Muslim radicals in Michigan and Texas. Later, see which countries made the list for being the least monogamous.

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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Trans law, Target Tirade, Tokenized Dollar

    Trans law, Target Tirade, Tokenized Dollar
    Dec 19 2025
    On Thursday, Rich reacts to the breaking news that the Brown University Shooter was found dead. Then, the House passes a ban on transgener surgeries on minors. Will the Senate pass it so the president can sign it into law? U.S. Deputy Secretary of Health and Human Services Jim O'Neill and Secretary Bobby Kennedy (RFK Jr.) weigh in with new policies. Later, what will a tokenized dollar economy look like? Plus, Rich takes calls from listeners across America.

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    1 hr and 15 mins
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