Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis: Highlights from May 26, 2025

Release Date: May 27, 2025

1. Trump Administration’s Early Successes

Timestamp: 01:12

Bill O’Reilly opens the episode by evaluating the early achievements of the Trump administration. He identifies two primary successes:

• Border Security: O’Reilly highlights the administration’s efforts in sealing the border, contrasting it with the previous administration’s stance on the issue. He praises Trump for taking decisive action where Biden had indicated the need for new legislation.

  "The border sealed down, okay, huge success for the Biden, for the Trump administration coming off Biden saying, oh, I can't do anything about it." — Bill O'Reilly [01:12]

• Economic Measures and Cost of Living: The discussion shifts to the administration’s focus on the cost of living, labeling it as the pivotal factor that will determine Trump’s success. O’Reilly emphasizes that the administration has about a year to drive down living costs amidst other significant issues like deportations and international conflicts.

  "Cost of living is going to make or break the Trump administration." — Bill O'Reilly [01:12]

2. Analyzing Recent Presidential Statements

Timestamp: 02:18

O’Reilly critiques President Biden’s recent interview with Kristen Welker on "Meet the Press," particularly focusing on energy and grocery prices. He disputes claims of rising costs, presenting data to support his stance that many prices have actually decreased.

"President is correct that energy prices are down 2.4% from March of this year to under Biden March of last year." — Bill O'Reilly [02:18]

3. Fact-Checking Economic Claims

Timestamp: 02:18 – 08:52

Delving deeper into the economic landscape, O’Reilly provides a detailed analysis of various price indices:

• Energy Prices: Gasoline prices have decreased by 6.3%, while electricity saw a modest increase of 0.9%.

• Grocery Prices: An average rise of 0.4% in March, which O’Reilly deems negligible.

• Retail Gas: A significant 14% drop, which he attributes to the removal of Biden’s regulations, thereby reducing transportation costs and benefiting consumers.

  "There is a 14% drop, all right, in retail gas. That's what Trump was talking about." — Bill O'Reilly [07:25]

4. Imposing Tariffs on Foreign-Made Movies

Timestamp: 08:52 – 14:14

O’Reilly addresses President Trump’s proclamation on instituting a 100% tariff on movies produced abroad to revive Hollywood. He discusses the practical challenges of enforcing such a tariff, especially given the global nature of film production.

• Challenges: Tariffs on digitally delivered content and films partially produced overseas pose significant implementation hurdles.

  "How are they going to enforce it? And Randy, what do you think?" — Bill O'Reilly [07:25]

• Guest Insight: Randy Greenberg, a film producer and UCLA instructor, expresses skepticism about the feasibility of the tariff, suggesting it may remain symbolic due to its complexity.

  "I think the idea of tariffs is on the entertainment business is an interesting idea. I don't think it's workable in any way, shape or form." — Randy Greenberg [08:52]

5. The Decline of Hollywood’s Domestic Production

Timestamp: 09:41 – 14:14

O’Reilly enumerates various films and TV shows that have been produced outside the United States due to high costs in California. He points out how this trend undermines the American film industry and questions the effectiveness of the proposed tariffs.

"Most of the movies now go to Canada. Vancouver, the big set there. Georgia." — Bill O'Reilly [09:41]

6. Political Dynamics within the Entertainment Industry

Timestamp: 14:14 – 23:50

The conversation shifts to the political inclinations within Hollywood, highlighting a perceived liberal dominance and the marginalization of conservative voices.

• Governor Newsom’s Stance: O’Reilly notes California Governor Gavin Newsom’s support for Trump’s tariffs, speculating it might be a form of retaliation against Hollywood’s perceived anti-Trump sentiments.

  "Governor Newsom of California is supporting this... I just suspect there might be a little payback here for Hollywood treating Trump so poorly." — Bill O'Reilly [13:40]

• Guest Perspective: Randy Greenberg emphasizes his focus on storytelling over politics but acknowledges the insulated bubble of Hollywood, making it challenging to implement policies like tariffs effectively.

  "Most of the previous administrations have not focused on it. So the idea of trying to do something to keep production in the United States is great." — Randy Greenberg [09:41]

7. The Evolving Comedy Landscape

Timestamp: 23:50 – 26:40

O’Reilly and guest Jeff Ahearn discuss the shift in the comedy industry towards more left-leaning content, noting the rise of conservative comedians who struggle to find platforms within the predominantly liberal Hollywood framework.

• Conservative Comedians: Ahearn shares his experiences with the limitations faced by conservative comedians, emphasizing the decline of non-liberal humor in mainstream venues.

  "You literally couldn't say anything that was not narrative friendly. And if you did so, the club owners wouldn't book you." — Jeff Ahearn [20:04]

• Impact on Content: The guests lament the lack of diverse political viewpoints in comedy, contrasting it with the rise of traditional conservative figures like Bill Gutfeld.

  "They're in an insulated bubble. And it's kind of, you know, you brought up a Newsom and it was shocking to me when I heard what Newsom's speech today and how he's literally pivoting. He's trying to become a Republican." — Jeff Ahearn [23:02]

8. Critique of Liberal Media Narratives

Timestamp: 26:05 – 38:53

O’Reilly delivers a scathing critique of liberal media outlets, focusing on the portrayal of President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris. He argues that the media constructs a delusional narrative that undermines the administration's accountability.

• Biden’s Leadership: O’Reilly questions the competence of Biden, attributing various national issues to his policies, and accuses mainstream media of shielding the President from criticism.

  "Now, you need to understand this bigger picture here in order to understand what Trump is doing." — Bill O'Reilly [27:19]

• Media Bias: He asserts that media figures on shows like "The View" perpetuate false narratives about Biden’s administration, disregarding factual accountability.

  "They make up that world. Now. In the past, people who hired media... would not hire delusional people." — Bill O'Reilly [27:19]

9. Evaluating Government and National Security Failures

Timestamp: 38:53 – 46:58

O’Reilly shifts focus to national security concerns, referencing the Global Organized Crime Index and critiquing President Biden’s handling of critical issues like air traffic control and the Afghanistan withdrawal.

• Air Traffic Control Issues: He highlights a significant deficit in air traffic controllers, attributing the problem to Biden’s administration and emphasizing the resulting systemic failures.

  "The whole system's cracking. So the whole system's cracking. ... President Biden and his Transportation secretary, Pete Buttigieg? Four years, nothing." — Bill O'Reilly [26:00]

• Afghanistan Withdrawal: O’Reilly condemns Biden’s decision to withdraw U.S. troops from Afghanistan, citing the chaos and long-term national security threats that ensued.

  "The threat of terrorism emanating from Afghanistan is far greater today than pre 911..." — Bill O'Reilly [27:19]

10. Economic Insights and Personal Financial Strategies

Timestamp: 39:26 – 47:18

In the latter part of the episode, O’Reilly shares his personal approach to navigating the volatile stock market amidst economic uncertainties. He advises patience and cautious investment strategies, reflecting on his own experiences during tariff-induced market fluctuations.

"If somebody does a terror attack, if some crazy thing happened, okay, that's Smart Life. You got to know yourself." — Bill O'Reilly [38:53]

11. Global Organized Crime Index Overview

Timestamp: 38:53 – 39:26

O’Reilly presents an analysis of the Global Organized Crime Index, listing the most dangerous countries based on factors like human trafficking, drug and arms smuggling, and cyber crimes. He underscores the pervasive influence of organized crime in destabilizing these nations.

"Myanmar, that's Burma... No, they're in an insulated bubble." — Bill O'Reilly [39:26]

12. Final Thoughts and Upcoming Book Announcement

Timestamp: 47:21 – End

Concluding the episode, O’Reilly introduces his upcoming book, Confronting Evil: Assessing the Worst of the Worst, which profiles 12 individuals he deems profoundly malevolent. He shares a personal anecdote about addressing an evil situation involving authority figures harming children, emphasizing the moral responsibility to act against wrongdoing.

"Every one of us knows bad people. And if you know somebody who's actively hurting another person, you got a responsibility you do." — Bill O'Reilly [46:58]

O’Reilly wraps up with a call to action for listeners to stay informed and vigilant, reiterating the theme of confronting and addressing evil in various forms.

Conclusion

This episode of No Spin News and Analysis delves into the early accomplishments of the Trump administration, critiques the liberal tilt of Hollywood and mainstream media, examines the challenges faced by conservative comedians, and discusses national security concerns under President Biden. O’Reilly combines political commentary with personal insights, offering listeners a perspective rooted in accountability and proactive engagement with societal issues.