Nick Shirley
Mentioned in 51 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
# Nick Shirley An investigative journalist and YouTuber known for exposing fraud in Minnesota's Medicaid programs, particularly involving daycare and medical transportation schemes totaling millions of dollars. His viral videos documenting alleged fraud in the Somali community attracted significant media attention and reportedly influenced Trump administration enforcement operations. Podcasts discuss him across the political spectrum regarding his investigative work, though some note controversy around the scope and presentation of his reporting.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Digital Social Hour · May 21, 2026
Virginia Is Turning Blue And Nobody’s Stopping It... | Amy Dangerfield | DSH #1975
“Previously praised for exposing Muslim community issues; now attacked for supporting Tyler Oliveira's similar investigation”
Jocko Podcast · May 20, 2026
541: Skills, Struggle, and Responsibility. With Jimmy May.
“Minnesota investigator exposing government corruption; California passed 'Nick Shirley law' to prevent exposure”
Candace · May 14, 2026
BREAKING! The White House Attempted To Rescind This E-mail. | Candace Ep 338
“Subject of criticism for alleged gang infiltration claims in Brazil; defended by Jessica Reed-Crowse”
The Tucker Carlson Show · May 8, 2026
Tyler Oliveira: Exposing Somali Welfare Abuse, Republican Hypocrisy & the Group You Can’t Criticize
“Created viral video on Somali daycare fraud in Minneapolis that became mainstream GOP talking point before Oliveira's reporting”
The Matt Walsh Show · May 5, 2026
Ep. 1774 - The Worst Somali Fraud… is in a RED STATE?
“Discovered Somali daycares without children and home hospices without patients in Minnesota fraud investigations”
The Glenn Beck Program · May 5, 2026
Connecting the Dots to Reveal Trump's FULL Iran Strategy | Guest: Sean Spicer | 5/5/26
“Guest expected to discuss near-hostage experience in Cuba documenting communist regime and humanitarian crisis”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 4, 2026
Their Plan Is Obvious (Ep. 2507)
“Praised for exposing billions in fraud through independent journalism and cell phone documentation”
Mind Pump: Raw Fitness Truth · May 1, 2026
2848: The #1 Longevity Factor Nobody Talks About (It's Not the Gym)
“Independent journalist documenting California government fraud; subject of proposed AB 2624 bill”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Apr 29, 2026
CA Governor Candidate Steve Hilton on Why California is Destroying Itself & How a Republican Can Win
“First investigation into government fraud that became national political story around Thanksgiving”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 28, 2026
The Real Insider Threat (Ep. 2504)
“Credited with exposing Minnesota fraud cases that led to federal investigations”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Apr 24, 2026
SpaceX-Cursor Deal, SaaS Debt Bomb, New Apple CEO, SPLC Indictment, Colon Cancer Spike
“Praised for uncovering government waste and fraud; doing citizen journalism work mainstream media abandoned”
The Shawn Ryan Show · Apr 20, 2026
#297 Nick Shirley - Inside California’s $222 Billion Medi-Cal Crisis
“23-year-old exposing government fraud in Minnesota, California, and nationwide; testified before Congress”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 15, 2026
Security Threat At Turning Point (Ep. 2495)
“Exposed government fraud and Somali leering centers; faces potential prosecution under proposed California legislation”
O'Connor & Company · Apr 15, 2026
Garrett Exner, Maryland State Shark, MD State Senator Justin Ready, CA Targets Nick Shirley
“Investigative journalist whose work exposing fraud at care facilities is being targeted by California AB 2624”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 15, 2026
Hour 3 of NMN, Brian Wilson + Iran
“Highlighted as investigative journalist exposing fraud in immigrant services, subject of Stop Nick Shirley Act”
Adam Carolla Show · Apr 15, 2026
NSYNC Secrets: Joey Fatone on Lou Pearlman, Band Drama & Fame
“Journalist whose 42-million-view hospice fraud investigation prompted California's Stop Nick Shirley Act”
PBD Podcast · Apr 10, 2026
Trump Rips NATO + Newsom Fraud Scandal | PBD #775
“Exposed California fraud schemes in Medi-Cal, leading to government investigations and arrests; won citizen journalism award”
The Dan Bongino Show · Mar 30, 2026
Follow The Money (Ep. 2483)
“Exposed massive welfare fraud in Minnesota through on-camera investigation; catalyzed government response”
The Dan Bongino Show · Mar 27, 2026
The Hidden Knowledge Grift (Ep. 2482)
“Exposed Somali fraud in Minnesota childcare centers; mentioned in Trump cabinet briefing as example of citizen journalism impact”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Mar 18, 2026
John Fetterman: The Rogue Democrat Who Broke Party Ranks
“Journalist investigating government fraud in Minnesota and California”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 18, 2026
Chris Hansen Says We Need the Death Penalty
“Content creator investigating California fraud in daycare and hospice centers; attacked by Newsom's office”
Bulwark Takes · Feb 27, 2026
Tim and Will Torture Sam With Candace Owens’ Moronic “Documentary”
“Investigative journalist endorsed by J.D. Vance; creates content targeting immigrant and Jewish communities”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Feb 26, 2026
TRUMP CRUSHES SOTU??? Democrats ANNIHILATED By TRUMP | America First Ep. 1647
“Influencer promoted for exposing Somali fraud in Minneapolis; faced backlash for extending criticism to Jewish communities”
Bulwark Takes · Feb 26, 2026
Easiest Money Ever: Bet Against Elon!
“Right-wing provocateur and video journalist sponsored by Polymarket; wearing branded merchandise for prediction market platform”
Verdict with Ted Cruz · Feb 12, 2026
BONUS POD: Now Playing-The Case of California's Disappearing Billions
“Investigative journalist who exposed fraud in Minnesota and is now investigating California's fraud cases”
The Chris Plante Show · Feb 11, 2026
2-11-26 Hour 2 - Chris Opens the Mailbag and some Family History
“Investigative journalist who broke stories on Somali fraud in Minnesota and drug distribution in San Francisco”
The Dan Bongino Show · Feb 11, 2026
Nightmare Video Surfaces (Ep. 2450)
“Independent journalist documenting blue-city policy failures including drug distribution and overdose response in California”
Galaxy Brain · Feb 6, 2026
The Manosphere Breaks Containment
“23-year-old YouTuber whose debunked video on Somali daycares influenced Trump administration ICE raids”
Timcast IRL · Feb 4, 2026
ITS OUT OF CONTROL w/ George Santos & Jennifer Lawrence
“23-year-old uncovered $9 billion daycare fraud in Minnesota that FBI admits won't prosecute”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Feb 2, 2026
Ep 1297 | Rebutting Ben Cremer’s Unbiblical Take on ICE
“Investigator who uncovered widespread fraud in Minnesota involving newcomers, referenced in discussion of immigration fraud and welfare abuse.”
Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Feb 2, 2026
Ep. 390: What Happens When You Ditch Your Smartphone? + Assessing the Internet’s Latest Self-Help Sensation
“YouTuber whose viral video on Minneapolis Somali community fraud allegedly influenced Trump administration's Operation Metro Surge”
The Next Level · Jan 30, 2026
1052: Secret Podcast: Trump Begins Arresting Journalists
“Individual who filmed in childcare facilities; compared to Don Lemon case regarding prosecution standards.”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 28, 2026
Ep 1295 | The Sad Truth Behind Meghan Trainor’s Surrogacy Story
“Independent journalist who exposed widespread fraud among Somalian immigrants using fake businesses to launder money”
Marketing School - Digital Marketing and Online Marketing Tips · Jan 27, 2026
AI Won't Destroy Jobs, It Will Create A Labor Shortage
Galaxy Brain · Jan 23, 2026
ICE Is Turning Real Conflict Into Viral Content
“YouTuber whose documentary alleging daycare fraud in Minnesota triggered Trump administration ICE deployment to Twin Cities”
The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 22, 2026
Ep. 1722 - The WEF Made One Thing Very Clear: If Democrats Win We Are Totally Screwed
“Investigative journalist; praised for reporting on Somali scammers in Minnesota despite lacking college degree”
The Shawn Ryan Show · Jan 22, 2026
#273 Steve Robinson - How Somali Criminal Networks Are Stealing Millions of Dollars
“Investigative journalist; Mormon missionary background enables direct questioning; viral videos exposing Medicaid fraud; faces safety threats”
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · Jan 21, 2026
#635 - Sen. Bernie Sanders
“Vigilante journalist investigating child nutrition program fraud in Minnesota; example of citizen accountability”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 17, 2026
Iran's Breaking Point, Trump's Greenland Acquisition, and Solving Energy Costs
“Content creator; exposed $10M daily fraud in Minnesota non-emergency medical transportation programs”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Jan 16, 2026
Congress, content creators, and Can't Let It Go
“Right-wing influencer close to Trump administration whose viral post about Minnesota daycare fraud triggered federal enforcement operations”
REAL AF with Andy Frisella · Jan 16, 2026
990. Andy & DJ CTI: Illegal Alien Attacks Federal Agent In Minneapolis, China And Russia's Threat To Greenland & Hillary Clinton In Contempt
“Conservative influencer exposing Medicaid transportation fraud in Minnesota totaling billions”
This Week in Startups · Jan 13, 2026
How to Make Billions from Exposing Fraud | E2234
The Joe Rogan Experience · Jan 10, 2026
#2436 - Whitney Cummings
“Independent journalist credited with uncovering Somali daycare fraud scheme in Minnesota”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Jan 10, 2026
All-In's 2026 Predictions
Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast · Jan 8, 2026
Ep 593 - Nollywood (feat. Ben Avery & Kevin Iso)
“YouTuber who created viral video investigating Somali daycare fraud in Minnesota, criticized for staging content”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 5, 2026
Ep 1283 | Is Tucker Carlson Right About Islam?
“Exposed Minnesota daycare fraud scandal through investigative video, prompting federal investigation”
The Matt Walsh Show · Jan 5, 2026
Ep. 1711 - Venezuela Has Been Dealt With. Somali Scammers Should Be Next
“Created viral video exposing Somali daycare and healthcare center fraud, viewed by approximately 200 million people”
Rabbit Hole Recap · Jan 2, 2026
RABBIT HOLE RECAP #390 THE 2026 CATTLE BIKE
“23-year-old investigative journalist; broke Minnesota daycare Medicaid fraud story that went viral on social media”
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg · Dec 31, 2025
Massive Somali Fraud in Minnesota with Nick Shirley, California Asset Seizure, $20B Groq-Nvidia Deal
The Find Out Podcast · Dec 30, 2025
The Viral Lie About Somali Americans— Qasim Rashid Breaks It Down
“Created viral video attacking Somalis in Minnesota by recycling years-old, already-prosecuted fraud cases as 'breaking news'”