The Glenn Beck Program Guest Host Garret Lewis - KNST AM 790 - Rapper Nicki Minaj's appearance at TPUSA AmericaFest Matters
Dec 22, 2025
Nicki Minaj, the dynamic rapper and pop-culture icon, candidly discusses her surprise appearance at AmericaFest, emphasizing the importance of political engagement in the culture. She praises President Trump for his relatability, a sentiment that resonates with many voters. The conversation also touches on her support for self-love and independent thought, alongside criticism of political correctness. Minaj champions traditional values and calls for celebration of identity, making waves in both the political and cultural realms.
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Pop Culture Shifts Political Acceptance
- Nicki Minaj's surprise appearance at AmFest made conservative ideas more culturally acceptable among mainstream pop audiences.
- Garrett Lewis argues cultural figures shifting politics into pop culture amplifies political messaging beyond traditional channels.
Grandmother Yelled At Young Donald Trump
- Garrett Lewis recounts his grandmother confronting a young Donald Trump over overcharging when she worked as a bookkeeper.
- He uses the story to illustrate Trump's longstanding relatability and combative persona with everyday people.
Context Explains Provocative Responses
- Garrett Lewis reframes President Trump's provocative Truth Social post about Rob Reiner as understandable given years of intense media attacks.
- He argues sustained public smears change how a political figure responds and that context matters when judging tone.