The Boortz Report

The Talkmaster, joins The Morning XTRA on Election Day to talk about why he’s skipping the election-night coverage, his frustration with political text messages and the awkward business of keeping deceased friends and family in your phone contacts. He also weighs in on the Cooper Flagg debate, Scott Jennings’ memorable one-liners, CNN’s evolution and the controversy surrounding a second Dan Sullivan on Alaska’s ballot. Boortz shares what he hopes voters take away from the election, discusses the direction of the Democratic Party, and explains how high property taxes helped push him out of Atlanta for the quieter life in Naples.

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Boortz frames Election Day as a choice between limited government and greater reliance on government programs. He sharply criticizes the Democratic Party’s platform, warning that policies involving policing, prisons, and the Constitution could push the country toward what he describes as a dangerous political tipping point.

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Boortz offers a sharp critique of Democrats ahead of Election Day, accusing them of supporting wealth redistribution and lenient immigration policies. He compares penalties for illegal entry in several countries with the benefits he claims are offered to undocumented immigrants in the United Kingdom and United States, arguing that immigration policy could have major political consequences.

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Boortz gives a quick civics lesson explaining why congressional elections are called midterms and how the House and Senate election cycles work. He also criticizes the 17th Amendment, arguing that direct election of senators took away the states’ original role in representing themselves in Congress.

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Boortz joins Kimmer and Flounder for Babylon Bee laughs, memories of Monica Kaufman, the passing of a Hollywood legend, immigration and protests in Europe, LeBron James, Super Bowl tickets, Marine stories, the midterms, and Neil’s unforgettable big-screen surprise.

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Boortz ridicules Inside Edition for what he considers trivial, overhyped stories, from a jewelry thief swallowing earrings to pumpkin-carving mishaps and a shattered salon door. He saves his sharpest jab for Donald Trump’s gold-heavy Oval Office décor, mocking its extravagant appearance.

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Boortz, the Talkmaster, joins The Morning XTRA for a wide-ranging conversation about a three-year-old soccer phenom who had opposing parents calling the police, the Super Bowl halftime show, grocery shopping and the fall of Kmart. Neal also weighs in on political buzzwords, protests in France, Beto O’Rourke, the WNBA and the strange ways online ads seem to know what you’re thinking about. He shares an embarrassing golf story, talks about his search for a nighttime photo of a cross that left a lasting impression on him and teases an idea for reforming the U.S. government.

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Boortz expresses concern about growing unrest in Europe and questions whether violent demonstrations in France and Italy are truly about education and living costs. Pointing to Palestinian and communist flags at protests, he argues that the unrest reflects a broader revolutionary movement and accuses the media of overlooking its political motivations.

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Boortz mocks protesters who criticize corporations and millionaires without understanding how businesses operate or how wealth is created. He argues that demonizing corporate success and taxing the wealthy out of existence could destroy jobs and economic opportunity, while accusing politicians and the media of fueling those attitudes.

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Boortz shares stories from Atlanta radio history, the Gold Club, Tom Houck and Nancy Grace. The crew discusses a controversial history book, Megyn Kelly’s comments about Christina Applegate, Ilhan Omar’s immigration controversy, the upcoming midterm elections, media bias, the state of American journalism and the growing political divide.

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Boortz argues that responsible, properly trained gun owners can save lives during school shootings and other violent attacks. Citing several incidents in which armed civilians intervened, he criticizes restrictive gun policies and argues that allowing licensed individuals to carry firearms can help stop shooters and protect innocent people.

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Boortz compares the growth of socialism in America to cancer, warning that the country could face serious consequences if voters fail to recognize the risks in time. He criticizes Democratic proposals involving policing, property rights, and government-run health care, arguing that the upcoming election will reveal how far the country has moved in that direction.

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Boortz pokes fun at Americans who moved to Europe after Donald Trump’s election, only to become disappointed by higher taxes, health care costs, lower living standards, and restrictions they say affect daily life. He argues that some expatriates underestimated the advantages of living in the United States and welcomes those who decide to return home.

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Neal Boortz joins The Morning XTRA for a wide-ranging conversation covering everything from funny pet names and his failed attempt to learn the fiddle from Charlie Daniels to his thoughts on unrest in France, immigration and American politics. Boortz also discusses Florida’s proposed homestead exemption increase, why he rarely talks politics with friends outside of work, and the challenges of being recognized in public. Plus, he shares stories about his wife Donna’s charitable work, his connection to Charlie Daniels and his decision to donate his fiddle to a program helping disadvantaged kids learn music.

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Boortz challenges media explanations for protests and riots in France and Italy, arguing that political and ideological movements, not just school overcrowding or economic concerns, are driving the unrest. He points to reported antisemitic incidents, attacks on businesses, and pro-Palestinian demonstrations as evidence, while accusing the media of downplaying factors that support conservative warnings.

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Boortz highlights what he believes the mainstream media overlooks about Democrats and Donald Trump, contrasting Biden-era inflation and immigration policies with Trump’s actions on federal spending, border crossings, and Iran. He also points to lower gas prices in Republican-led states, arguing that political coverage often leaves out facts that could benefit Republicans.

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Donna Boortz, AKA,The Queen surprises Kimmer with stories about her 55-year marriage to Neil Bortz, their blind-date beginnings, Atlanta radio history and life on the road. Plus Neil returns with stories about Donna, his radio career, Marine Corps memories, dating advice and plenty of Letter-Rip Friday laughs.

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Boortz argues that violent crime among young Black men is a serious community crisis, blaming social and cultural factors and criticizing past welfare policies for weakening family structures. He calls for leaders to confront the issue directly, concluding that culture—not race—is the root cause.

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Neal Boortz joins Tug and Los for a wide-ranging and hilarious conversation covering politics, personal responsibility, crime, college football, race, and plenty of classic Boortz humor. Boortz argues that people who run from police and create dangerous situations should face tougher penalties, while joking about the familiar “I can’t breathe” and “I’m pregnant” claims during arrests. He also explains his libertarian view that prostitution should be legalized.
Boortz and the crew discuss the decline of Hooters, Kimberly Guilfoyle’s diplomatic controversy, political corruption and why he remains skeptical of politicians. The conversation turns to personal responsibility and the differences between conservative and liberal approaches to government and healthcare.
The interview also touches on Boortz’s memories of racial segregation at Texas A&M, college football and the changing landscape of NIL, Texas A&M quarterback Marcel Reed, and coaches holding highly paid players accountable. The conversation wraps with Boortz sharing stories about George Jones, his favorite country music, Idiocracy, and his fascination with the Netflix documentary about the infamous “Poop Cruise.”

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