Deace Group Live from Dallas! | 4/24/26

Steve Deace Show1h 39mApril 24, 2026

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In this live episode from Dallas, Steve Deace and his co-hosts Todd Erzen and Sarah Gonzalez engage in a candid, unscripted roundtable discussion on the ongoing Iran war, the Southern Poverty Law Center scandal, and the state of conservative messaging. The hosts express deep concern over the lack of a clear strategic objective in the war, questioning whether the administration has a plan beyond kinetic strikes and public relations spin. They debate the moral and practical implications of military intervention, citing the risks of nation-building and the potential for long-term instability. The conversation shifts to the SPLC's indictment for wire fraud and money laundering, with hosts highlighting the irony of a civil rights group allegedly funding white supremacists. They critique the lack of accountability in the indictment, noting the absence of named individuals, and contrast it with the prosecution of right-wing groups under previous administrations. The episode also features a powerful personal testimony from a school bus driver who uses her platform to share faith with struggling children, prompting a broader reflection on the necessity of risk and sacrifice in meaningful service. The hosts emphasize that lasting impact comes not from branding or comfort, but from mission-driven action and personal courage.

Key Takeaways
1

A clear strategic objective is missing in the Iran war, making it difficult to define a 'satisfactory outcome' for the American public.

2

The Southern Poverty Law Center's indictment for fraud raises serious questions about the authenticity of their anti-hate mission and the integrity of their fundraising.

3

Conservative messaging is being drowned out by the war narrative, despite major wins like tax refunds and public health reforms.

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Meaningful impact requires personal risk and sacrifice, not just comfort or branding.

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Real change often comes from small, consistent acts of faith and service, like a school bus driver sharing the gospel with a troubled child.

Chapters
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10 min

Live from Dallas: The Iran War and the Search for a Satisfactory Outcome

I don't think we can now just go ahead and pull up stakes and say, all right, we did. We're good here.

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10:00
10 min

The Southern Poverty Law Center Scandal: Fraud, Fakes, and the Illusion of Anti-Hate

It is a great business development thing, right? You know, we need to raise money to fight the white supremacists, so let's make sure that there are white supremacists.

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20:00
10 min

The Maha Paradox: Progress, Polling, and the Battle for the Soul of the Movement

The hosts discuss the state of the 'Maha' (RFK Jr.) agenda, acknowledging significant wins in public health and food policy but expressing concern that the administration is stymied by internal polling and political caution. They debate whether the vaccine agenda is being blocked by 'big pharma' influence and question the direction of the HHS under RFK Jr.

30:00
10 min

The Alien Conspiracy and the Culture of Distrust

A lighthearted but revealing segment on the mysterious deaths of 12 scientists. The hosts debate the odds of alien involvement, with Todd dismissing it as zero and Sarah betting 95%. The discussion reveals a deeper unease about the authenticity of information and the potential for a coordinated effort to silence dissenting voices.

40:00
10 min

Feedback Friday: A School Bus Driver's Mission of Mercy

I know what that is like as a kid. And I overheard Tucker tell another student that he had never heard of Jesus a few months ago, and that opened the door for me to tell him the good news about Jesus.

Highlight
High-Impact Quotes
What's in this folder is not the stuff of a brand, but kingdom stuff. And that's the stuff that remains.
Steve Deace70:31
Viral: 95.0
The only thing that ultimately matters is the impact on people's lives, not financial success or fame.
Steve Deace112:21
Viral: 92.0
It is a great business development thing, right? You know, we need to raise money to fight the white supremacists, so let's make sure that there are white supremacists.
Rob22:59
Viral: 90.0
Speakers

Hosts

Steve DeaceTodd ErzenSarah Gonzalez
Topics Discussed
Iran War Strategy95%Legacy and Personal Sacrifice92%Southern Poverty Law Center Scandal90%The Power of Small Acts of Faith90%The Role of Risk in Mission88%Conservative Messaging and Midterm Politics85%Anti-Semitism and Conspiracy Theories80%The Maha Agenda and Public Health75%
People & Brands

Steve Deace

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120xPositive

Todd Erzen

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85xPositive

Sarah Gonzalez

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60xPositive

Rob

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55xPositive

Iran

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45xNegative

Southern Poverty Law Center

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35xNegative

RFK Jr.

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30xPositive

Donald Trump

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25xPositive

Jevity

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15xPositive

Preborn

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10xPositive

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