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Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid – May 5, 2025
“America’s only liberal transbilly elitist” is back with fiery commentary, fundraising updates, listener calls, and blistering takedowns of Trump-world.

Health & Travel: Roxanne shares an emotional update on her recovery from facial surgery, with an early CT scan scheduled at Duke. Facing a possible second surgery, she details her solo travel plans and worries — and underscores why listener support is vital.

Fundraising: May’s goal (to-date) is $550. Kat in Ohio kicks off a $50 matching challenge, joined by Jeremy and Jude. Funds cover show costs and essential travel for medical care.

Stalker Alert: Roxanne reveals disturbing threats from a cisgender woman spewing transphobic vitriol and death wishes. The host, no stranger to hate since her transition, took legal action — now involving the WV State Police. The incident is a raw look at how hate and misogyny collide.

The MAGAT Menagerie:
Trump, aka “Nitwit Nero,” comes under sharp attack for a string of bizarre moments:

• An AI image of himself as the Pope,

• Confusing Harvard with Harlem,

• Misrepresenting Supreme Court rulings,

• Suggesting American kids only need 2 dolls,

• Flubbing Civil Rights Act history,

• Praising his own wall that doesn’t exist.

Roxanne and listeners shred MAGAT lies, from calling Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett “low IQ” to defunding general officers in a Stalinist purge. Also on blast: Marjorie Taylor Greene (the “Trailer Queen”), Pam Bondi (“Pam Blondie”), and their dangerous rhetoric toward judges and migrants. Ryan Goodman joins via clip to analyze the twisted legal maneuvers.

Economy & Reality Check:
Clarence, a trucker and long-time listener, calls in with real-world insight: freight is down, MAGAT hats are disappearing, UPS is laying off workers, and the economy is cracking — especially for small owner-operators. He rips Trump’s empty promises on manufacturing and salutes Kamala Harris for pension protections.

Law, Cops & Queer Bars:
Coverage of a disturbing raid on P-Town Bar in Pittsburgh during a drag show links today’s police overreach to Stonewall and Compton’s Cafeteria. Roxanne sees echoes of the past — but also resilience. The mayor pledges a review, and the queens didn’t back down.

Immigration & Lies:
The administration’s plan to pay undocumented migrants $1,000 to leave is mocked. Rep. Crockett claps back with real data. MAGAT disinfo from Steven Miller gets dismantled.

Pop Culture & Sarcasm:

• A Met Gala mention.

• Snarky reading of People magazine’s puff piece on Caroline Levitt’s May-December marriage.

• Trump’s “human battery” theory of exercise sparks laughs and concern.

• A literary quote from The Great Gatsby becomes this month’s challenge.

Bottom Line:
Resilience, reality, and resistance. Roxanne faces medical hurdles and real threats, but refuses to back down. MAGATs get exposed, listeners show up, and the truth gets a mic.

Two things: the new Canadian Prime Minister says it plain and true, calls out the U.S. for our betrayal of our best friend. It burns. It hurts. It aches like a bum tooth and the shame is sickening. Betrayers. We.Are.BETRAYERS. Let it sink in till the bitter bile rises in disgust. For a palette-cleanser, consider: Nitwit Nero is Barney Fife in the real world. 

So Friday-On-the-Front-Porch has moved to Discord. Join us!

 

Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid – May 2, 2025
This episode of the Roxanne Kincaid Show dives deep into the absurdities of MAGAT politics, global shifts in power, and the fight to preserve progressive values in the face of growing authoritarianism. Roxanne, self-described as a “liberal transbilly elitist,” cusses and discusses the MAGAT embrace of ignorance, American decline, and the urgency of community action.

Key topics include:
– Rep. Mike Collins’s “Halal” hysteria, reacting with bigotry to CHA Street Food replacing Steak 'n Shake in a House office building, likening it to the Muslim conquest of Jerusalem. Roxanne mocks his ignorance of halal/kosher cuisine and South Asian food in general—while noting real crises in Collins’s own district.
– Trump (aka “Nitwit Nero”) butchering history, claiming the Declaration of Independence is about “unity and love,” which Roxanne compares to a Barney Fife-level misunderstanding. Even immigrants passing citizenship tests do better.
– MAGAT voter “Cletus” laments Trump’s economic inaction, showcasing disconnects between MAGAT expectations and Trump’s actions.
– More MAGAT absurdities, from Collins cheering racist chants to Trump demanding a birthday military parade and disrespecting Veterans Day.

Beyond domestic politics, Roxanne discusses:
– Canadian PM Mark Carney declaring the US-led global trade system “over” and lamenting “American betrayal,” signaling waning U.S. global relevance.
– The U.S. as a ‘rounding error’ globally, outpaced by the populations of China and India, and possibly facing reserve currency displacement.
– Talk of a post-dollar global economy, with possible currency baskets including the yuan, euro, rupee, and pound.

Amid concern for the U.S.'s fading clout, Roxanne uplifts her Horn family community, now connecting via Discord to maintain dialogue and solidarity. The show encourages listener support, podcast reviews, and highlights the work of Coal River Mountain Watch in fighting mountaintop removal. One donor even issues a challenge grant to boost fundraising.

There's also some cautious optimism:
– VP Kamala Harris is praised for tackling homebuying issues and price gouging.
– The Quote ID contest continues, with Gatsby fans winning this round.

But the future looms ominous. Roxanne warns of:
– Climate catastrophe and the elite’s seeming desire to abandon Earth (à la Elon Musk).
– Mass extermination ideologies cloaked in "Western civilization" rhetoric by white Christian nationalists.
– The Georgia Guidestones as a metaphor for techno-dystopian “rebuilding” under authoritarian rule.
– A creeping American imperial presidency, with comparisons to Rome’s descent into empire.

Despite it all, Roxanne returns to a core message: community, resistance, and clarity of thought are vital. Whether through mocking MAGAT nonsense or spotlighting real threats to democracy and the planet, the show calls for vigilance, truth-telling, and action.

The difference and distance between spineless Democrats and the ones with fire in the belly is both profound and, in the case of the courageous, so very inspiring. Some newer House Dems are proving to be our best hope. Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker is walking the walk and talking the talk. Meanwhile Rahm Emmanuel is the same old POS he's always been.

Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid – May 01, 2025

Roxanne Kincaid returns in this electrifying May 1st episode of Head-ON, diving deep into the dysfunction of American politics with her signature firebrand style. From blistering critiques of “Nitwit Nero” and the “MAGAT Party” to her praise for progressive champions like J.B. Pritzker and Melanie Stansbury, Roxanne brings unapologetic heat to a show grounded in fierce truth-telling and social justice advocacy.

🔥 Key topics include:

• “Defenestration” as Political Metaphor: The episode password sparks a spirited takedown of the Trump camp’s inner purges—especially Mike Waltz’s ousting and Marco Rubio’s overstuffed appointment portfolio.

• Dan Goldman’s ICE Critique: Audio and commentary on GOP resistance to a bill barring ICE from detaining/deporting US citizens—including one heartbreaking case of a child with stage 4 cancer.

• Melanie Stansbury vs. Marjorie Taylor Greene: A fiery House Oversight Committee exchange over social programs leads Roxanne to celebrate Stansbury’s righteous rebuttal and call out Greene’s cruelty.

• Trump’s Dictator Banter & Religious Fakery: Trump’s National Prayer Day comments and “performative piety” are dissected and condemned as signals of authoritarian adoration.

• CBP Nominee Rodney Scott Under Fire: A disturbing Senate hearing clip implicates Scott in a rape threat and racist group activity—eliciting outrage from Roxanne over his limp denials.

• The “MAGAT Creep” Mailbag: Roxanne deconstructs hate mail accusing Dems of baby-killing and gang-importing, calling out these tropes as fearmongering and bigoted nonsense.

• Literary Lens: This month’s quote from The Great Gatsby—“They were careless people, Tom and Daisy…”—becomes a sharp political allegory for elite impunity and right-wing destructiveness.

• Economic Anxiety: Rising prices, empty shelves, and America’s precarious dependence on Chinese supply chains are discussed with caller Todd, alongside concerns about trade policy and child labor deregulation.

• RFK Jr., Nutrition Nonsense, and Veal Hypocrisy: Roxanne mocks pseudoscientific health claims and recalls a revealing story about “Whalehead Dead-Bear Brainworm” (aka RFK Jr.) dining on veal.

• Praise for Gov. J.B. Pritzker: A rare moment of optimism as Roxanne hails Pritzker’s spine and eloquence in standing up to both the far right and tepid Democrats.

Also covered: the implosion at the Pentagon, Trump’s inner circle turmoil, the cowardice of impeachment-bailing Democrats, and Roxanne’s enduring call for truth, courage, and community. As always, listeners are welcomed into the “Horn Family Community Congregation,” encouraged to engage via calls and chat, and thanked for supporting the “Bruce and Karen’s Memorial Challenge.”

Passionate, raw, and unapologetically progressive, this episode is Roxanne Kincaid at full volume.

Thanks, y'all, for being patient with me while we got my sweetheart out of her slum. I know we missed a day of horrors, but we were in the midst of our own. Never clean a "goldenrod" oven from the 1977 Sears catalog that hasn't been cleaned since Saddam Hussein was an ally of the United States. Just sayin'.

Meanwhile, in America: ACABs are driving innocents into the night in their altogether, stealing everything they have . . . even when their "warrant" is garbage and they don't even have the right house.

 

Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid – April 30, 2025

Live from behind the corn curtain, it’s Head-ON with America’s only liberal transbilly elitist. Roxanne returns after helping her friend Victoria move into a family home—a major upgrade from a grimy tenement. The password is “ensconced,” reflecting Victoria’s newly settled life in the countryside.

April ends fully funded thanks to the “Horn family” listener community—no mattress ads, just grassroots support. Roxanne gives heartfelt thanks to donors who made “bake sale radio” work throughout the years.

This episode dives deep into political horror: a U.S. citizen child with brain cancer deported, ICE raids destroying homes and lives, and a Haitian woman dying in custody due to medical neglect. Roxanne exposes cruelty as deliberate policy and blasts the “maggot administration” for state-enabled fascism.

Senator Lindsay Graham’s claim that Trump is open to being Pope sparks scathing satire. Roxanne calls out Trump’s mental state and quotes Josh Marshall’s disbelief at the spectacle. A Thomas Paine quote—"born to reign"—forms the basis for the literary challenge, critiquing hereditary leadership and disconnected elites. The answer? Common Sense.

Dark humor reigns in a wide-ranging call with “Crazy Dave,” covering everything from D&D at the VA to ICE theft, GOP cowardice, and Supreme Court religious bias. Dave draws historical parallels, denounces fascism, and mocks Justice Alito’s LGBTQ cluelessness and Kavanaugh’s pro-theocracy leanings.

More: Trump touts tariff-fueled “real income” collapse, likened by economist Justin Wolfers to a 94% depression. Roxanne slams it as economic vandalism. She also criticizes John Fetterman’s hawkish Iran stance and dismisses Columbus Day revivals, favoring truth over myth.

The show closes with thanks, public health tips, and a shoutout to environmental group Coal River Mountain Watch. As always: wash hands, mask up in crowds, and beware the MAGATS.

 

A Progressive Talk Icon Has Hung Up the Microphone

As many of you maybe aware, Randi Rhodes, a tenured progressive talker hung up the microphone one last time last week on April 23rd, 2025. In a world overrun with right-wing hate radio, manosphere podcasts, and TikTok disinformation, it's important to nurture strong progressive communities. We invite all of Randi's listeners to join us on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of spirited, rousing, and informative progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005. Join us at HeadON.Live, or catch the program on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3.

These hundred days have brought horrors unimaginable even during the first nightmare years of Nitwit Nero. Now, he says he "runs the world." He's insane. Stone-cold, no-doubt-about-it criminally insane. 

The monsters of ICE are kidnapping infants and pregnant mothers, children with cancer. Could we please just skip the middle part and put them in spiffy, black Hugo Boss uniforms? I'd like to think maybe even MAGATS might take notice then. 

Who am I kidding?

 

Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid – April 28, 2025

In this fiery episode of Head-On with Roxanne Kincaid, the outspoken “liberal transbilly elitist” dives headfirst into a torrent of political and human rights controversies engulfing the nation. Roxanne opens with searing criticism of what she terms the current “fascist regime,” accusing it of systematically eroding constitutional protections, trampling civil liberties, and deploying authoritarian tactics under the guise of law enforcement.

A central focus is placed on shocking allegations against ICE, including the illegal deportation of U.S. citizen children—one reportedly suffering from brain cancer—alongside their pregnant mothers. The host and cited legal advocates denounce these actions as violations of due process and basic human rights. Virginia authorities are investigating a particularly aggressive ICE raid in Charlottesville, where masked agents reportedly abducted a man from a courtroom. The Commonwealth’s attorney calls it a political performance and a “grave danger” to public safety.

Roxanne also targets the administration’s economic policies, sounding alarms over an escalating trade war with China. Citing reports that Chinese cargo shipments are ceasing by mid-May, she warns of looming shortages at U.S. retailers and criticizes the administration’s reliance on tariffs as economically illiterate and dangerous.

The episode takes a deeply personal turn during a long call with listener Paul, an autistic scientist, who expresses grave concerns about RFK Jr.’s suggestion of an autism registry. Paul equates the idea to historical registries later weaponized by authoritarian regimes. Roxanne draws chilling parallels to broader government surveillance and crackdowns on marginalized communities, especially trans individuals and immigrants. Both emphasize the importance of understanding, not stigmatizing, neurodivergent individuals.

Health concerns also surface, with Paul reporting on a growing measles outbreak affecting over half the U.S., urging listeners to wear masks and rely on state-level health data over federal agencies like the CDC or HHS.

Roxanne shares personal updates—including helping a friend escape a slumlord—and thanks listeners for their generous support during a fundraising push. A donor is matching contributions up to $900 to keep progressive, ad-free radio alive.

Finally, the show highlights Rep. Shri Thanedar’s introduction of seven articles of impeachment against the former president, citing abuses of power, denial of due process, and violations of the Constitution.

With unflinching rhetoric and impassioned calls to action, Roxanne connects the dots between systemic cruelty, legal decay, economic mismanagement, and the rise of a government she argues is dangerously close to fascism.

 

A Progressive Talk Icon Has Hung Up the Microphone

As many of you maybe aware, Randi Rhodes, a tenured progressive talker hung up the microphone one last time last week on April 23rd, 2025. In a world overrun with right-wing hate radio, manosphere podcasts, and TikTok disinformation, it's important to nurture strong progressive communities. We invite all of Randi's listeners to join us on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of spirited, rousing, and informative progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005. Join us at HeadON.Live, or catch the program on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3.  

Now the fascists are going after judges. Let that sink in. Judges. Pam Blondi has declared the 4th Amendment no longer in effect. Unidentified masked gunmen are stalking people's homes all over the country. And here we are, with ringside seats to the potential end of our time as a constitutional republic at the hands of an outlaw regime. The question is, how do we save it?

 

Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid — April 25, 2025

In this episode of Head-ON, Roxanne Kincaid broadcasts live from West Virginia, blending sharp political commentary with community conversation. Roxanne fiercely critiques the Trump regime’s recent assaults on the judiciary, detailing the controversial arrests of Judge Hannah Dugen in Wisconsin and Judges Joel and Nancy Cono in New Mexico over their handling of immigrants. She defends judicial authority, questions ICE’s tactics, and condemns the use of dehumanizing language like "illegal alien."

The show highlights alarming expansions of executive power: Attorney General Pam Blondie’s memo allows warrantless home entries under the Alien Enemies Act, stripping non-citizens of legal protections. Roxanne warns of nationwide immigrant roundups enabled by new cooperation agreements with over 150 local police departments.

Community voices shine during the "Front Porch" call-in segment. Roger discusses Social Security's racist exclusions and Trump-era veteran benefit cuts. Steve shares immigrant protection stories, while Sylvie sends a moving family story about life before Social Security. Good news arrives with the announcement of a retro electric pickup truck by "Slate" (not Tesla), sparking lighter conversation about sustainable transport and a humorous send-off about Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI’s funeral.

Listener Dave calls in with personal updates, offers to recite the Pledge of Allegiance in Latin for donations, and critiques ICE abuses. Micah, the "data girl," provides practical tech security tips, emphasizing the importance of using passcodes over biometrics.

Throughout, Roxanne underscores the show’s urgent funding needs, noting a deficit of $2,330 and the community’s ongoing support to keep independent liberal media alive. She ends with calls to action: stay informed, stay vigilant, and fight creeping fascism.

 

• A Progressive Talk Icon Has Hung Up the Microphone
• As many of you maybe aware, Randi Rhodes, a tenured progressive talker hung up the microphone one last time earlier this week on April 23rd, 2025. In a world overrun with right-wing hate radio, manosphere podcasts, and TikTok disinformation, it's important to nurture strong progressive communities. We invite all of Randi's listeners to join us on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of spirited, rousing, and informative progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005. Join us at HeadON.Live, or catch the program on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3.  

Quotes of the Night:

• "A trial court judge has almost godlike authority to maintain order in her courtroom and the spaces around it." — Roxanne

• "Those who make peaceful revolution impossible make violent revolution inevitable." — JFK (quoted)

• "By this standard, spurious allegations of gang affiliation mean the government can knock down your door." — Immigration attorney Monique Sherman

ICE is among us, no badges, no uniforms. Bad things will happen. 

P.S. Measles.

 

Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid – April 24, 2025
Host: Roxanne | Theme: Urgency, Resistance, Independent Media

On this edition of Head-On, Roxanne delivers a powerful and urgent commentary on the current state of American politics, focusing heavily on the Trump administration ("Nitwit Nero"), rising fascism, civil liberties under threat, and the consequences of anti-science and right-wing ideologies.

Key topics include:

• Critical Financial Deficit:
  Roxanne highlights the show's precarious finances ($3,115 deficit) while reaffirming her commitment to integrity over selling out to sponsors pushing dubious products. She calls on listeners for support through subscriptions, comments, and reviews.

• Gun Violence and Trump’s Rhetoric:
  The El Paso and Chicago shootings are discussed, with Roxanne directly tying the violence to Trump’s “invasion” language. She holds Trump and his supporters accountable for normalizing hate.

• Trump’s Cognitive Decline:
  Mocking Trump’s incoherent meeting with Norwegian leaders, Roxanne underscores his repeated confusion over NATO's civilian leadership and bizarre praise of Jens Stoltenberg as a “great general.”

• Anti-Vaccine Crisis:
  Roxanne warns of resurgent measles outbreaks, criticizes anti-vaccine misinformation led by figures like RFK Jr., and highlights the FDA’s lack of transparency on an E. coli outbreak.

• ICE Intimidation Tactics:
  A disturbing incident in Charlottesville is detailed, where unbadged individuals forcibly detained a man after court proceedings. Broader patterns of ICE misconduct and harassment are exposed.

• Trump’s Attacks on Democratic Institutions:
  Trump's contempt for unfavorable polls, attacks on Harvard, disregard for court rulings, and promotion of “Trump 2028” merchandise are analyzed as alarming signs of authoritarianism.

• Targeting of Jewish Individuals:
  Reports of EEOC actions at Barnard College evoke chilling parallels to fascist practices in 1930s Italy, raising concerns about government overreach and minority targeting.

• Mental Healthcare Crisis:
  Roxanne shares a tragic case of a 12-year-old girl's suicide due to lack of psychiatric care, emphasizing systemic failures in pediatric mental health services.

• Economic Fallout from Trade Policies:
  Declines in shipping traffic at the Port of Oakland are cited as evidence of Trump’s damaging trade policies, despite right-wing media narratives.

• Community Engagement:
  Roxanne fosters strong listener interaction, sharing emails, calls, and organizing matching donation challenges to sustain The HORN community.

• A Progressive Talk Icon Hangs Up the Microphone
• As many of you maybe aware, Randi Rhodes, a tenured progressive talker hung up the microphone one last time, yesterday, April 23rd, 2025. In a world overrun with right-wing hate radio, manosphere podcasts, and TikTok disinformation, it's important to nurture strong progressive communities. We invite all of Randi's listeners to join us on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of spirited, rousing, and informative progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005. Join us at HeadON.Live, or catch the program on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3.  

Tone:
Urgent, outraged, deeply concerned, yet infused with humor, sarcasm, and a sense of solidarity. Roxanne champions independent media as essential to resisting authoritarianism and safeguarding democracy.

Notable Quotes:

• “During this time of fascism and daily horrors, honestly.”

• “You fool. You have killed us. Isn't it weird to hang by such a thread?”

• “More than ever, we have to explain and repeat why judicial independence is critical.”

It's Whalehead Deadbear Brainworm Night! I HATE Whalehead Deadbear Brainworm Night!

 

April 23, 2025 — Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid

Roxanne is back and taking no prisoners in this fiery episode of Head-ON. She opens with a satirical “prayer meeting” roasting right-wing religious theatrics, including Paula White’s submissive marriage comments, which she hilariously dubs “Christian kink.”

She then dives into Trump’s shocking Easter egg roll stunt—yes, he showed kids a collectible card of his own alleged assassination attempt—and she doesn't hold back on Snopes’ flubbed fact-checking.

She also tears into Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders for botching federal disaster relief and spotlights a disturbing push for an autism registry led by “Whalehead Dead-Bear Brainworm” (RFK Jr., if you're wondering), who’s spreading misinformation about autism, vaccines, and trans kids.

The episode closes with a powerful call from listener Trace, who shares her activism in California and confronts racism, welfare policy, and the challenges facing the trans community.

All this, plus blistering commentary on male fragility, creeping authoritarianism, and the ever-growing need for resistance.

🎧 Sharp, unapologetic, and deeply human—this is Head-ON.

 

A note about Randi Rhodes' retirement on Arpil 23, 2025:

• A progressive talk icon, Randi Rhodes completed her final weekday radio show earlier today, April 23rd. We invite all of Randi’s listeners to join us on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of genuine, grassroots, listener-supported progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005, originally in its terrestrial radio form, and then in its internet-only form, without interruption. Randi Rhodes is a progressive talk legend, and she leaves some very big shoes to fill. If you’re a Randi Rhodes fan, looking for a new progressive voice on weekday afternoons, please join us at HeadON.Live. You can also listen on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3

Pete Kegbreath: on the . . . <hic> ropes. Megyn ("Jesus is WHITE") Kelly slimes Pope Frank because not only is Jesus white, he's also Murkkkan! MAGAT White House turns Easter Egg Roll into a corporate shakedown. SCOTUS hears appeal by whiny "krischun" parents who demand freedom to hate. DoJ lawyers quit and call out its corruption.

 

This briefing document summarizes the key topics and information discussed by Roxanne Kincaid on the April 22, 2025, episode of "Head-On Radio." The show covered a wide range of political and social issues, often with a critical and satirical lens, focusing heavily on current events in the United States, particularly West Virginia, and the Trump administration.

1. Show Opening and Community Engagement:

• The show opens with the password "pool boy" and a humorous self-description of Roxanne Kincaid as "America's only liberal transbilly elitist."
• Roxanne emphasizes the importance of the online community at HeadOn.live and the podcast audience.
• She thanks listeners for their support, particularly through comments and reviews, noting, "y'all are the advertising department. Y'all are the PR department."
• Gratitude is expressed to monthly subscribers and PayPal contributors, highlighting their crucial role in the show's survival: "It means the very existence of this program."
• A fundraising goal of $3,200 is mentioned to finish April without a deficit for May.
• The upcoming show schedule is outlined, including a break due to Roxanne's post-surgery checkup.

2. Local West Virginia Issues and the "Brain Drain":

• A power outage caused by an exploding transformer disrupted the previous night's upload.
• Roxanne strongly criticizes the "brain drain" in West Virginia, where young people leave the state due to a lack of opportunities, leading to a "MAGAT legislature...comprised almost exclusively of mediocre white men."
• She mocks the state government's enthusiasm for a new data center powered by an "all of the above" energy policy that excludes wind, solar, and hydro, calling it "the least of possible."
• The episode highlights a contrast between this approach and a Wayne County school superintendent's initiative to use solar panels for significant cost savings.
• Roxanne reports on a bill introduced by Senator Craig Hart that would hinder such initiatives, quoting Hart: "If you're not getting a better deal, I don't see any reason for them to be in that contract. I don't think think a school is a good place to make a political statement about your utilities and whatnot?"
• Senator Scott Fuller is also quoted opposing green energy for schools, stating, "Well, it just seems to me that we're doing something that's counterproductive for the state of West Virginia. If we let them schools use the green energy, we're fighting ourselves."
• The bill thankfully did not pass the rules committee.

3. Commentary on Right-Wing Politics and Hypocrisy:

• Roxanne frequently uses the term "MAGAT intellect" to describe right-wing ideologies.
• She questions the discrepancy in how J.D. Vance is referred to, suggesting hypocrisy regarding name usage based on political affiliation.
• The host mocks the idea of "clean coal" in response to a listener comment.
• She satirizes the reaction to the transformer explosion as potential "payback" for perceived political stances.

4. The Mystery Quote and Listener Engagement:

• A mystery quote is being tracked, with listeners attempting to identify its source and author.
• Cynthia, a listener, successfully identified the eighth correct answer, and Roxanne congratulates the winners.
• The source of the quote will be revealed on May 1st. The quote itself is: "Men who look upon themselves born to reign and others to obey soon grow insolent. Selected from the rest of mankind, their minds are early poisoned by importance, and the world they act in differs so materially from the world at large that they have but little opportunity of knowing its true interests, and when they succeed to the government are frequently the most ignorant and unfit of any throughout the dominions."

5. Proposed Cuts to LGBTQ Suicide Prevention Services:

• Roxanne expresses outrage over a leaked Health and Human Services budget draft that proposes eliminating services for LGBTQ youth on the National Suicide and Crisis Hotline (988).
• She cites statistics highlighting the higher suicide risk among LGBTQ youth.
• Paulo Delveio is quoted: "Here we are cutting off the nation's lifeline to those in crisis due to the discriminatory practices of the Trump administration. They're pulling that life preserver away from thousands and thousands of people."
• Roxanne sarcastically portrays potential interactions on the hotline if these cuts occur, emphasizing the cruelty and lack of support for LGBTQ individuals in crisis.
• She quotes Sir Jansen Woo from The Trevor Project, who worries about the consequences: "I worry deeply that we'll see more LGBTQ young people reach a crisis state and not have anyone there to help them through that. I worry that LGBTQ young people will reach out to 988 and not receive a compassionate and welcoming voice on the other end. And that will only deepen their crisis."
• Roxanne labels those behind the cuts as "cruel monsters."

6. The Pete Hegseth Controversy:

• The show discusses reports of Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth sharing sensitive military plans with unauthorized individuals.
• A clip from "The View" is played, featuring a discussion of the controversy, including John Oliet's op-ed in Politico calling for Hegseth to step aside due to "chaos" in the Pentagon.
• Alyssa Farah Griffin highlights Hegseth's lack of qualifications and experience.
• The hosts of "The View" draw parallels between Hegseth's actions and past criticisms of others by Trump and Hegseth himself regarding the handling of classified information. Hegseth in 2016 is quoted as saying any security professional "would be fired on the spot" for such conduct.

7. Earth Day and Environmental Policy under Trump:

• On Earth Day, Roxanne reports on hundreds of EPA staff members receiving "walk-in papers" (layoff notices).
• She mentions Administrator Lee Zeldon's statement about putting a "dagger through the heart of climate change."
• A memo to EPA employees is quoted, citing President Trump's mandate for a "critical transformation of the federal bureaucracy."
• Roxanne sarcastically reads a White House statement claiming that Trump's environmental policy is "rooted in reality" and has authored "the cleanest air and water in the world for generations," offering a cynical West Virginian perspective.
• She criticizes Trump's promotion of carbon capture, "sound forest management," and his focus on ending the "forced use of paper straws" while simultaneously weakening environmental regulations.
• The host mocks Trump's concern for wildlife in relation to wind turbines, sarcastically suggesting "spotted owl sushi" at their base.

8. The White House Press Briefing with Tim Pool:

• Roxanne plays audio from a White House press briefing featuring Karoline "Real Poo Poo" Leavitt (satirical name) and her "special guest," right-wing commentator Tim Pool.
• She highlights Pool's past as a "paid propagandist for Mother Russia."
• Pool is heard promoting narratives about "false narratives" in the media.
• Roxanne criticizes Pool's rapid speaking style and debunks his claims about the "Maryland man hoax."
• She satirizes the concept of a "new media seat" in the White House, suggesting it welcomes extremist viewpoints.
• Leavitt is heard defending the administration's stance on immigration and attacking the media.

9. Further Commentary on Trump Administration Actions:

• Roxanne reports on the resignations of federal prosecutors involved in the Eric Adams investigation, citing their refusal to "confess wrongdoing when there was none" after alleged political interference.
• The prosecutors' letter to Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche is quoted, highlighting their commitment to justice "without fear or favor" and their objection to the department prioritizing "obedience" over legal and ethical obligations.

10. Tesla's Declining Financial Performance:

• The show discusses Tesla's "devastating" earnings report, including a significant drop in net revenue and stock value.
• "Tesla regret syndrome" is mentioned as a potential factor.
• Commentary from the Lincoln Project and Seth Abramson is shared, with Abramson calling Tesla "the Hindenburg."

11. Corporate Influence and Bribery:

• Roxanne reports on a Public Citizen analysis of FEC data revealing that corporations under federal investigation or facing lawsuits donated heavily to Burial Vespasian's (satirical name for Trump) inaugural committee.
• Rick Claypool from Public Citizen is quoted: "Corporations facing federal lawsuits and investigations aren't giving millions to Trump's inauguration out of the kindness of their hearts. They're trying to buy goodwill."
• Specific corporations like Bank of America, Capital One, and Google are mentioned as beneficiaries of dropped or eased federal enforcement actions after donating.
• The IRS's reported decision to "ditch the direct file program" due to tax prep companies donating to Trump is discussed.
• Corporate sponsors of the White House Easter egg roll (Amazon, YouTube, Meta) are highlighted as examples of "good old-fashioned corporate bribery."

12. Sarah Palin's Defamation Lawsuit:

• The repeated dismissal of Sarah Palin's defamation lawsuit against the New York Times is mentioned.

13. Listener Calls and Community Interaction:

• Several listener calls are featured, covering topics like burnout from following the news, Trump's alleged desire for media coverage of his family, the state of the economy, and the gold market.
• A listener shares a humorous anecdote about Katy Perry.
• The importance of funding for the show is reiterated.

14. Supreme Court Case on LGBTQ Inclusion in Schools:

• Roxanne discusses a Supreme Court case involving a Montgomery County, Maryland, school system's inclusive reading list that includes books with LGBTQ characters.
• She satirizes the "aggrieved, butthurt, phony-baloney fake Christians" who claim discrimination due to these books ("Uncle Bobby's Wedding" and "Love, Violet").
• She mocks their arguments as a desire to maintain a "freedom to hate."
• The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals' ruling in favor of Montgomery County is mentioned, with judges stating that "simply hearing about other views does not necessarily exert pressure to believe or act differently than one's rel religious faith requires."
• Judge A. Marvin Quattlebomb Jr.'s dissenting view, arguing that the school policy burdens parents' religious freedom, is highlighted with heavy sarcasm.

15. Easter Reenactment Accident in West Virginia:

• Roxanne reports on an 84-year-old man who fell and was injured while participating in a crucifixion reenactment in Weston, West Virginia.
• She uses dark humor to comment on the incident, emphasizing the inherent risks of crucifixion, especially for the elderly.

16. Detainment of German Backpackers in Hawaii:

• Roxanne expresses outrage over the detainment and mistreatment of two young German backpackers by border patrol in Hawaii, who were accused of intending to work illegally.
• She details their strip search, imprisonment with an alleged murderer, and subsequent deportation to Tokyo despite their intended travel plans to California and Costa Rica.
• The girls' account of being forced to sign false transcripts is highlighted.
• Roxanne suggests a "do not travel to the United States" advisory for the civilized world.

17. SNAP Benefit Cuts:

• A listener shares their in-laws' SNAP benefits being drastically cut, expressing concern for other vulnerable seniors.
• Roxanne echoes this sentiment, condemning the "cruel bastards" responsible for such cuts.

18. Randi Rhodes retiring on Arpil 23, 2025:

• A progressive talk icon, Randi Rhodes has announced her impending retirement from her weekday radio show on April 23rd. We invite all of Randi’s listeners to join us on weekdays from 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of genuine, grassroots, listener-supported progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005, originally in its terrestrial radio form, and then in its internet-only form, without interruption. Randi Rhodes is a progressive talk legend, and she leaves some very big shoes to fill. If you’re a Randi Rhodes fan, looking for a new progressive voice on weekday afternoons, please join us at HeadON.Live. You can also listen on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3

Conclusion:

The April 22, 2025, episode of "Head-On Radio" provided a critical and often humorous commentary on a wide array of current events. Key themes included the political landscape under the Trump administration, particularly concerning environmental policy, LGBTQ rights, and corporate influence; local issues and the challenges facing West Virginia; and the importance of community and listener support for independent media. The episode was marked by Roxanne's sharp wit, passionate advocacy, and direct engagement with her audience.

Oof. The transformer near the mansion blew up last night, hence the late download.

 

This briefing document summarizes the main themes, important ideas, and facts discussed on the April 21, 2025 episode of the Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid. The show, broadcasting live from West Virginia, covered a wide range of topics including the death of Pope Francis, the theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi "Hotmama" Noem's purse, the White House's reported efforts to increase birth rates among American women, the rise of right-wing extremism, and various listener interactions and personal anecdotes.

1. Death of Pope Francis and Succession Speculation:

• Timing and Context: The episode begins with Roxanne commenting on the sudden death of Pope Francis shortly after his meeting with Vice President "Guyliner Shady JD" (JD Vance). This proximity in time leads to sarcastic speculation, fueled by the online community, about Vance's potential role in the Pope's demise. Roxanne jokes, echoing online sentiment, that the Pope "promptly expired like what the old priest in the exorcist."
• Pope's Legacy and Potential Successors: Roxanne acknowledges Pope Francis's progressive stances, noting his declaration that "gender ideology [is] the greatest threat to humanity on the planet," a statement Roxanne finds alarming. She discusses listener, Flavio's point that Pope Francis appointed a significant majority (around 80%) of the current College of Cardinals, suggesting they might not elect a far-right successor. Roxanne hopes for someone with even more compassion than Francis.
• Vance's Meeting and Reactions: The meeting between Vance and the Pope on Easter Sunday is described, with Vance's words reportedly inaudible in Vatican recordings. Roxanne draws a parallel between one of Jesus Christ's last interactions being with Pontius Pilate and Pope Francis's meeting with Vance. She also notes the initial snub of Vance by the Vatican and the hasty rearrangement of the meeting, suggesting the Pope might have agreed to the meeting despite poor health to "mark Shady JD that way."
• Right-Wing Reactions to Pope's Death: Roxanne highlights negative reactions from some right-wing figures following the Pope's death, including questioning his place in the afterlife due to his progressive stances on social issues and immigration. Figures like Gina Louden are quoted questioning if the Pope was "in line with biblical teaching," implying doubt about his salvation.

2. Theft of Homeland Security Secretary's Purse:

• Details of the Incident: Roxanne details the theft of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi "Hotmama" Noem's purse from a restaurant in DC. The purse contained government access credentials, DHS badge, passport, driver's license, medication, apartment keys, makeup bag, and blank checks. Notably, her phone was not in the purse.
• Kat's "Who Carries $3,000 in Cash?" Challenge: The presence of $3,000 in cash in the Secretary's purse becomes a significant point of discussion, leading listener Kat to issue a $300 matching challenge to raise funds for the show. Roxanne and listeners express disbelief and amusement at the amount of cash, with CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Evan Gold quoted saying, "'Who carries $3,000 in cash except criminals?'"
• Fundraising Efforts: Roxanne actively promotes Kat's challenge and the show's overall funding deficit, which stood at $2,300 at the beginning of the segment. Later in the show, she announces that Kat's challenge has been met by a "kind anonymous internet friend," reducing the deficit to $1,700.
• Right-Wing Commentary on the Theft: Roxanne shares various right-wing reactions to the incident, often mocking the Secretary's competence and questioning her security. Mike Harvey, a political strategist, is quoted saying, "'All that cosplaying a badass and she can't protect her own bag. How's she supposed to protect the homeland?'"

3. White House Assessment of Ways to Persuade Women to Have More Children:

• "Great Replacement Theory" Context: Roxanne frames this initiative within the context of the "great replacement theory," the white supremacist belief that white people are being replaced by non-white populations due to lower birth rates. She criticizes the administration as a "white supremacist administr maladministration" deeply invested in this ideology.
• Proposed Policies: Roxanne outlines several reported proposals aimed at increasing birth rates among (presumably white) American women, including:
• Reserving 30% of Fulbright scholarships for married individuals or those with children.
• A $5,000 cash "baby bonus" for every American mother after delivery.
• Programs that educate women on their menstrual cycles. Roxanne sarcastically questions the administration's understanding of women's reproductive knowledge.
• A national "Medal of Motherhood" for women who have six or more children, specifically targeting married, preferably white, cisgender, and Christian mothers.
• Criticism and Historical Parallels: Roxanne vehemently criticizes these proposals, drawing parallels to Nazi Germany's "Lebensborn" program, which encouraged "genetically superior" births. She shares a story about her great-grandmother's desperate reaction to her 13th pregnancy, highlighting the historical burden placed on women for reproduction. Emma Waters of the Heritage Foundation is quoted explicitly stating the goal is "not just more babies, but more families formed, more good white, cisgender, straight Christian families."
• In Vitro Fertilization (IVF): The article in the New York Times also mentions a forthcoming report on making IVF more available and affordable. Roxanne contrasts this with the broader pronatalist agenda, suggesting the latter is driven by the "great replacement theory" rather than genuine support for all families.

4. Rise of Right-Wing Extremism:

• Florida State University Shooting: Roxanne discusses the shooting incident involving 20-year-old Phoenix Ickner, the stepson of a Florida sheriff's deputy. She notes the immediate attempts by the "MAGAT internet" to misidentify him as trans, leftist, Antifa, or Black, before establishing that he was a white male.
• Ickner's Extremist Views: Roxanne reveals Ickner's deeply entrenched right-wing extremist beliefs, including:
• Belief in the stolen election.
• Defense of Rosa Parks being "in the wrong."
• Belief that "blacks had ruined his neighborhood."
• Fascination with Nazis, including a profile photo depicting Hitler and an online handle referencing the SS ("Schutzstaffel").
• Support for scientific racism, the Confederate flag, and Patriot Front.
• Law Enforcement Inaction: Roxanne criticizes the Leon County Sheriff's Department for allowing Ickner to remain part of their Youth Advisory Council despite his known extremist views. Sheriff McNeel's statement about the tragedy being unfathomable from a law enforcement perspective is met with Roxanne's sarcastic retort about the department seemingly not noticing "a young Nazi in your midst."
• Broader Concerns: Roxanne connects this incident to the larger issue of the crossover between right-wing extremism and the glorification of violence.

5. Personal Anecdotes and Listener Interactions:

• Weather and Personal Life: Roxanne shares anecdotes about recent thunderstorms in West Virginia and a brief but terrifying microburst near her partner Victoria's apartment. She also recounts a painful experience of being stung multiple times by a wasp and her "hillbilly" first aid response using tobacco.
• Gratitude to Contributors: Roxanne expresses sincere gratitude to listeners who have contributed financially to the show, specifically naming Tracy, Reverbbo, Dr. John, and Darlene. She highlights the ongoing funding deficit and encourages further contributions.
• Health Update and Upcoming Absence: Roxanne provides an update on her post-surgery healing, noting lingering numbness but overall positive progress. She announces that she will be absent from the show on Monday and Tuesday of the following week (April 28th and 29th) for a seven-week post-op checkup in North Carolina.
• Listener Calls and Interactions: Roxanne engages in lively conversations with listeners Dave and others, discussing topics ranging from potential replacements for Pope Francis to personal anecdotes and humorous observations. The conversations often veer into tangential but entertaining territory.

6. Broader Political and Social Commentary:

• Comparison of Russia and the US: Roxanne draws a parallel between Russia's conscription tactics, where non-Russian nationals are offered citizenship in exchange for fighting in Ukraine or face deportation, and the US's approach to immigration.
• Criticism of Bill Maher: Roxanne expresses her disgust with Bill Maher's recent dinner with Donald Trump, finding his seemingly softened stance on Trump "sickening." She shares a satirical piece by Larry David published in the New York Times, titled "My Dinner with Adolf," which serves as a biting critique of Maher's approach.
• Legal Actions Against the Trump Administration: Roxanne notes Harvard University's lawsuit against the Trump administration over threatened cuts to research funding and the Justice Department's approval for Leon Scum to access an immigration database.
• Student Loan Garnishment: Roxanne highlights a report about the Trump administration preparing to resume wage garnishment for student loan borrowers, calling it "unnecessarily cruel and unproductive."
• Efforts to Remove Gender Dysphoria Protections: Roxanne discusses the Trump administration's moves to remove gender dysphoria from protections under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, opening the door to discrimination against transgender individuals. She emphasizes the solidarity between disability justice advocates and the trans community in opposing these efforts.

Key Quotes:

• Roxanne Kincaid on Pope Francis's death: "I think he looked into the eyes of the egg and saw exactly who Shady JD is and promptly expired like what the old priest and the exorcist or something."
• Pope Francis on gender ideology: "[declared] gender ideology to be the greatest threat to humanity on the planet."
• CNN legal analyst Jeffrey Evan Gold on Kristi "Hotmama" Noem's cash: "'Who carries $3,000 in cash except criminals?'"
• Mike Harvey on the Secretary's security lapse: "'All that cosplaying a badass and she can't protect her own bag. How's she supposed to protect the homeland?'"
• Emma Waters (Heritage Foundation) on birth rates: "'Our ultimate goal is not just more babies, but more families formed, more good white, cisgender, straight Christian families.'"
• Lucas Luzietti on FSU shooter Phoenix Ickner: "'I got into arguments with him in class over how gross the things he said were... I remember thinking this man should not have access to firearms, but what are you supposed to do?'"
• Larry David in his satire: "Here I was, prepared to meet Hitler, the one I'd seen and heard, the public Hitler. But this private Hitler was a completely different animal. And Oddly enough, this one seemed more authentic, like this was the real Hitler."
• Gina Louden on Pope Francis's afterlife: "I don't know that I'm so sure about where the Pope is today. I don't know that holding a title necessarily ushers you into the arms of Jesus."
• Father Gerald Murray (Fox News) on Pope Francis: "He had blessing of gay couples. He had divorced and remarried people getting communion. These are things that no pope had ever done."
• Wall Street Journal editorial board on Pope Francis: "Alas, Pope Francis believed ideologies that keep the poor in poverty. One of those earthly dogmas is radical environmentalism... He didn't seem to realize that escaping poverty requires greater energy consumption and then said he was anti-American."
• Pope Francis on mass deportations: "The rightly formed conscience cannot fail to make a critical judgment and express its disagreement with any measure that tacitly or explicitly identifies the illegal status of some migrants with criminality... The act of deporting people who in many cases have left their own land for reasons of extreme poverty, insecurity, exploitation, persecution, or serious deterioration of the environment, damages the dignity of many men and women and of entire families and places them in a state of particular vulnerability and defenselessness."
• Randi Rhodes retiring on April 23, 2025: As many progressive talk listeners are aware, Randi Rhodes has announced her impending retirement from doing a weekday progressive radio show on April 23rd. We invite all of Randi's listeners to join us on weekdays 5pm to 8pm Eastern, 2pm to 5pm Pacific time, for 3 hours of genuine, grassroots, listener-supported progressive talk with Roxanne Kincaid. Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid has been on the air since 2005, originally in its terrestrial radio form, and then in its internet-only form, without interruption. Randi Rhodes is a progressive talk icon, and she leaves behind some very big shoes to fill. If you're a Randi Rhodes listener who is looking for a new progressive voice on weekday afternoons, please join us at HeadON.Live. You can also listen on TuneIn at http://tun.in/sfAg3

This episode of the Head-ON with Roxanne Kincaid provides a snapshot of contemporary political and social anxieties, filtered through Roxanne's sharp wit, and progressive perspective. The discussion highlights the ongoing tensions surrounding political ideologies, social justice issues, and the perceived rise of right-wing extremism in the United States and globally. The personal anecdotes and listener interactions add a layer of community and relatability to the often heavy topics discussed.