THE SAVAGE NATION

TEXAS HERO, TED TURNER & THE LONGEVITY SCAM - #946

May 8, 2026
A controversial Texas self-defense case and the provocative praise it drew. Reflections on a media titan's legacy and an unexpected presidential reaction. A blistering takedown of wellness fads and pricey longevity gadgets. A pitch for nutrition over tech and a tease about Alzheimer's prevention from a republished book.
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ANECDOTE

Texas Father Shoots Carjacker Defending Family

  • Michael Savage praises a Texas father who fatally shot a carjacker while protecting his family as a hero deserving a Medal of Freedom.
  • Savage recounts surveillance details: father produced a firearm, fired more than 10 rounds, and police do not expect charges.
INSIGHT

Michael Savage On Ted Turner Legacy

  • Michael Savage reflects on Ted Turner's life and legacy, acknowledging his media genius despite political differences and CNN's decline after Turner sold it.
  • He notes Turner died at 87, had Lewy body dementia, and praises Trump's gracious statement about Turner.
INSIGHT

Longevity Gadgets Are Overhyped And Expensive

  • Savage criticizes modern longevity/wellness fads as expensive, unproven gadgets and procedures that distract from basic nutrition.
  • He lists examples: cryotherapy, electroacupuncture, lymphatic drainage machines, inhaled therapies and electromagnetic devices priced in thousands.
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