Your News Talk America with Jake Smith | Ep. 18 – 11/1/2024
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10:10 AM ET
Segment Topic:
Thanks to the leadership of its CEO, Chris Ruddy, Newsmax, Nielsen reported on Newsmax's July 2024 and found:
- 6 million viewers tuned into Newsmax — up 68% since July '23 and 46% since June '24.
- Newsmax was a top 10 cable channel in total viewers for 9 a.m. to 8 p.m.
- Newsmax Prime Time beat CNBC, Fox Business, and NewsNation combined.
- Separately, data from OTT platforms showed Newsmax2 streaming channel had a viewership of over 40 million. This was an increase of 30% year-over-year.
- And most of all, Newsmax digital property, saw significant growth in July with 7.1 million unique users — up 54% since last year — making over 70 million-page views.
- "Tens of millions of Americans are voting with their remote controls, their clicks, and their apps for Newsmax," Newsmax CEO Christopher Ruddy said. Newsmax announced plans for a public offering in later this year, into early 2025. There is no one more qualified to speak to the level of growth and the public offering than Newsmax CEO, Chris Ruddy!
Panelist:
Chris Ruddy, CEO, NEWSMAX
Sample Questions:
- Chris, so many of those who were loyal to Fox News Channel, have felt betrayed, abandoned by what has happened at the once great Conservative outlet. How often do you hear that those who have migrated to Newsmax now feel that your media company has filled a huge void for them?
- Our flagship station airs Rob Carson every day and Rob’s show has been a huge success. My listeners are always asking us for more Newsmax Radio. Are there any plans for an expansion of Newsmax Radio to compete with Fox News Radio?
- Newsmax has provided MAGA nation with unfettered access to MAGA rallies like no one else has. MAGA nation knows that IF President Trump is standing at a podium, viewers are assured of turning to Newsmax for coverage. What went into your decision to cover Trump; wall to wall?
- I find myself watching Newsmax 2 more frequently. Tell us about Newsmax 2.
- Can you tell us why an IPO, why have you decided to take Newsmax Media public and how can our listening family, own a piece of the rock?
10:35 AM ET
Segment Topic:
John Tabacco and Jon Glasgow worked at street reporters outside Madison Square Garden last Saturday. What was it like for them? Glasgow ventured inside local pubs to sample the opinions of Trump supporters who could not get access inside the Garden.
Panelist:
John Tabacco, Host of Wise Guys on Newsmax – Saturday at 10PM ET
Jon Glasgow, Host of Sunday Report - 10AM to 12PM ET, Newsmax Correspondent
Sample Questions:
- JT, what was it like outside the Garden last Sunday? Was there the same kind of energy for Trump than what you would have experienced inside the Garden?
- Jon, you ventured into local pubs and there was a lot of MAGA supporters partying inside local, Garden watering holes. What was it like for you?
- Let’s talk garbage. How much damage did Joe Biden’s “GARBAGE” comment have to Kamala’s campaign?
- Last week, it was McDonalds, this week a garbage truck. How effective is this kind of campaigning?
- Trump sitting inside a garbage truck, the reflective vest, he really does relate to the common man and woman?
- JT, you and Cara started spotting increased support for Trump, in the Bronx of all places over a year ago. You do not expect him to take the 5 Boroughs, however, what kind of support will New York State provide Trump on Tuesday?
- Jon, you have been traveling with President Trump, what have you seen, what have you felt?
11:10 AM ET
Segment Topic:
- Bucks County Lawsuit (closing early voting location)
- Voter fraud in Lancaster County; what have you heard?
- Is Bob Casey in serious trouble? His messaging seems to be changing by the day.
- Fetterman cannot believe all the Trump signs! He is only noticing now?
- Scott Perry’s chances improving (PA 10th CD)?
Panelist:
Jeffrey Lord
Jeffrey Lord, Former advisor to President Ronald Reagan, Associate Editor of the American Spectator, frequent contributor for Newsmax and host of the Word of the Lord Podcast and a very good friend to this radio program.
Sample Questions:
- Jeffrey, Pennsylvania has always had a history of election funny business. After what occurred in 2020, why are we seeing situations, such as in Bucks County still occur and where was Josh Shapiro?
- Last week it was Trump working at McDonalds. This week, he was in a garbage truck. How important is it for Trump to relate to those Americans who do work hard and get their hands dirty?
- How much damage did the “GARBAGE” comment do to Kamala’s campaign?
- Were you surprised to see the Bucks County decision go to the Republicans? We never seem to win those cases?
- Jeffrey, in the final days of 1980, we heard the same kind of polling information. It is neck and neck. Too close to call and Carter with a slim lead. Internal polling on both sides probably reflects a far different picture. How does this situation compare with 1980?
- The MSM called the race for Reagan in the 8:00 ET hour. Do you think today’s MSM will try to hold out calling the race for Trump – if that is the case?
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