Quite Frankly Ep. 12: NYC Socialist Backfire, Silver Missiles, EXTRAS ft Rich Baris, Tony Arterburn 6/26/25

In this sprawling, unscripted episode, Frankie Val welcomes Rich Baris and Tony Arterburn to dig into the political, financial, and cultural minefield of modern America. Rich Baris joins first to break down the stunning New York City Democratic primary, explaining how Zoran Mamdani’s radical tax policies and socialist platform were driven not by immigrants but by wealthy, guilt-ridden white liberals. They discuss the generational fracture inside the Democratic Party and the establishment’s fear of the young activist wing they can no longer control. Frankie and Rich also debate the fallout of Trump’s Iran strikes and how public opinion among independents is shifting in ways that could reshape 2024.

In the second half, Tony Arterburn analyzes the eerie calm in the markets after the Iran bombing, speculates on the strategic role of silver in modern warfare, and shares insights on why precious metals remain suppressed despite rising demand. The show weaves in humor, personal anecdotes, and a dash of UFO talk, all while questioning the sanity of the political class and the future of America’s institutions.