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 as he tackles news & pop culture with wit, humor, and a dash of sofrito. Rich Valdés is a nationally-ranked, globally recognized talk show host and 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 expanding his syndication to Roku TV 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.
Pitch Analysis
Required Pod Score for this show. PitchCentric checks your profile against host openness, topical fit, and audience signals before you generate a pitch.
Contact path
Verified email
Booking probability
38%
Guest openness
Selective
Verified email on file
88/100
Required Score
Sign up to generate a grounded pitch for Rich Valdés This is America.
Our AI reads these to draft pitches. Use them as grounding for a pitch that cites a real guest and a specific topic.
Rich Valdés This is America
Never Forget, Nine-Eleven: NYC Councilwoman Vickie Paladino
Sep 11, 20261 hour
On Friday night, Rich acknowledges the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks with NYC Councilwoman Vickie Paladino as she joins the show to react to the virality of her press conference comments demanding far-left politician Zohran Mamdani skip the 9/11 Memorial. Then, we break down President Trump’s major speechat the RNC midterm convention in Dallas, TX and Paladino's take that the Democrat party is officially dead—completely taken over by communist sympathizers. Plus, Rich and Paladino looks at what is at stake in the upcoming elections and underscores the crucial importance of voting. Get your VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com to unlock exclusive benefits. As a VIP member, you get ad-free, commercial-free streaming of every episode, early access to new segments, and entry into private, subscriber-only streams and events. Plus, you will get direct access to the live "Open Phone America" lines and premium bonus content with a dash of sofrito. Sign up today! RichValdes.com.
On Thursday night, Rich hits the airwaves to sound the alarm on the modern breakdown of justice in our courtrooms. Rich reacts to the shocking Lindsay Clancy mistrial and exposes the dangerous rise of copycat crimes across the nation. Then we dive deep into the cultural shifts that brought us here, detailing how the mainstream public completely misunderstands the legal system. Plus,how social media algorithms are actively misinforming people about a trial that seemingly seeks to decriminalize and mainstream "momicide." Affterward, callers dial in from coast to coast to sound off on Open Phone America. Get your VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com to unlock exclusive benefits. As a VIP member, you get ad-free, commercial-free streaming of every episode, early access to new segments, and entry into private, subscriber-only streams and events. Plus, you will get direct access to the live "Open Phone America" lines and premium bonus content with a dash of sofrito. Sign up today! RichValdes.com.
Labor Day, Listener Calls, Legitimacy of Mail-in-Ballots
Sep 7, 20261 hour
On this special edition of Rich Valdés This Is America, Rich delivers part 2 of a hard-hitting broadcast on election integrity. We open the lines for listener calls to hear from the American working class this Labor Day about the economic squeeze of progressive policies. Rich breaks down the national debate over the legitimacy of mail-in ballots, voter ID laws, and the push for strict in-person voting requirements to protect against voter fraud. Check the facts against political rhetoric and the stark contrast between traditional liberty and socialist policies ahead of the midterm election cycle. Get your VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com to unlock exclusive benefits. As a VIP member, you get ad-free, commercial-free streaming of every episode, early access to new segments, and entry into private, subscriber-only streams and events. Plus, you will get direct access to the live "Open Phone America" lines and premium bonus content with a dash of sofrito. Sign up today! RichValdes.com
On Friday night, Rich didn't let his vacation stop him from hosting the Mark Levin Show, and tonight he breaks down part 1 of that broadcast. Then, Rich explains why this midterm election is a battle of good versus evil, given the Democrats' widespread support of socialism and communism. As part of this fight, he breaks down how the economic affordability crisis traces directly back to the ongoing illegal immigration surge across our borders. Later, Rich exposes AOC’s affordaility demands for government-guaranteed healthcare, detailing how pushing these legislative bills inevitably forces state control over basic human needs. Afterward, this progressive overreach ties directly into the culture wars, as Rich wraps up by weighing in on the fierce backlash facing country musician Jelly Roll after his political comments targeting Donald Trump. Get your VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com to unlock exclusive benefits. As a VIP member, you get ad-free, commercial-free streaming of every episode, early access to new segments, and entry into private, subscriber-only streams and events. Plus, you will get direct access to the live "Open Phone America" lines and premium bonus content with a dash of sofrito. Sign up today! RichValdes.com
On Tuesday night, Rich covers the victory of Congressman Byron Donalds with analysis of his victory speech as it happened, breaking down exactly what this means for leadership on Capitol Hill. Then, we turn our attention to the absolute breakdown of law and order pushed by DSA losers like New York Assemblywoman Emily Gallagher, who openly defended criminals by claiming shoplifters have a "biological need" to steal from local stores. We pull back the curtain on this dangerous progressive rhetoric that treats theft as a human right and destroys our communities. Plus, we look at a terrifying true-crime nightmare out of Georgia. We expose the chilling details surrounding a diabolical babysitter who kidnapped two young girls right out of Atlanta and hid them away in a secluded trailer. It is a stomach-turning look at a complete violation of trust, and we're breaking down the crucial lessons every parent needs to hear. Finally, we close out the show by looking across the Atlantic to northern Europe for a story on progressive social engineering gone completely off the rails. The government of Denmark is sparking global outrage by doling out taxpayer-funded disabled-desire doles, allocating up to $12,000 a year to subsidize intimacy services for disabled citizens. Get your VIP membership plan today at RichValdes.com to unlock exclusive benefits. As a VIP member, you get ad-free, commercial-free streaming of every episode, early access to new segments, and entry into private, subscriber-only streams and events. Plus, you will get direct access to the live "Open Phone America" lines and premium bonus content with a dash of sofrito. Sign up today! RichValdes.com
Every question we get asked before someone starts their trial.
If you have a concern about deliverability, AI quality, data privacy, or whether this will actually work for your specific situation, it's probably answered below.
What is the difference between Founder Solo and Founder Pro?
Founder Solo gives you 50 AI pitches per month using the credit model (Standard pitches cost 1 credit, Enriched pitches cost 2). Founder Pro raises that to 200 credits per month and adds full Booking Probability access, unlimited Magic Match, Apollo enrichment credits, and data export capabilities. Both plans use the same credit system, so you can stretch your monthly budget further by using Standard-mode drafting.
How do agency tiers work?
Agency tiers have no base fee. You pay per managed client and per talent profile. Agency Standard is $199 per client per month; Agency Pro is $399 per client per month. Both add $39 per talent profile per month. Your own team's user seats are always free.
What is a talent profile?
A talent profile represents one person (founder, executive, or spokesperson) you are booking onto podcasts. It includes their bio, topics, headshots, and outreach history. Team plans include 5 profiles; agency plans are pay-as-you-go.
Can I switch plans later?
Yes, at any time. Upgrades take effect immediately; downgrades apply at the end of the current billing period. Contact support if you need help migrating between plan families.
Do you offer a free trial?
Every paid plan includes a 15-day free trial. Your card is saved at signup but you will not be charged until day 16. Cancel any time from your dashboard.
What happens if I cancel?
You keep access until the end of your current billing period. No charges after that. Your data is retained for 30 days in case you reactivate.
Is the 20% annual discount automatic?
Yes. Select Annual on the pricing toggle and the discounted price is applied automatically at checkout. The annual price shown is the full year cost.
What if I have more than 50 profiles or 20 clients?
That is our Enterprise tier. Contact our sales team and we will build a custom plan with volume pricing, a dedicated account manager, and SLA guarantees.
