O'Reilly Update Morning Edition — September 24, 2025

Host: Bill O’Reilly
Main Theme: O’Reilly addresses the controversy surrounding Jimmy Kimmel, Disney’s stance on free speech, and broader issues of censorship and ideological conformity within show business.
Tone: Critical, sarcastic, and somewhat humorous, especially when referencing media personalities and corporations.

Episode Overview

Bill O’Reilly uses the morning update to react to the ongoing fallout from comments made by Jimmy Kimmel involving Charlie Kirk, and analyzes Disney’s unclear handling of such controversies. O’Reilly challenges the entertainment industry’s treatment of conservative viewpoints and explores the concept of real censorship in modern media.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Jimmy Kimmel’s Return and Disney’s Response

• O’Reilly notes the swift return of Jimmy Kimmel after recent controversy.
• Expresses confusion/skepticism about Disney’s position:
  • “Well, that was quick. Jimmy K. Back and the Disney Corporation is, well, confused.” (00:07)
• Remarks that whether Kimmel was disciplined is uncertain:
  • “I don't know if Mr. Kimball defied Disney about the daily Trump hatred he displays or the mouse folks cheer them on. I don't know.” (00:15)

2. Media Exclusion of Conservative Voices

• O'Reilly points out Kimmel’s history of not booking conservative guests.
• He expands the critique to other Disney properties and programs:
  • “The record shows Jimmy Kimmel will not book non liberal guests. That's not freedom of speech, Jim. Also, Disney allows The View to do the exact same thing. Kelly, rip a morning program identical.” (00:27)
  • Wonders if traditionalists are even welcome at Disney theme parks as a broader metaphor for exclusion:
    • “I wonder if conservatives can even buy a ticket to the Disney theme parks these days.” (00:38)

3. Showbiz Cabal and Censorship

• Asserts there is a concerted effort in show business to shut down conservative opinions:
  • “The showbiz cabal has completely shut down conservative traditional points of view on television. That is the real censorship. Violation of freedom of speech. Again, this is wrong.” (00:42)
• Insinuates performers and companies only support one side of political speech, which undermines U.S. values.

4. Public Support for Kimmel & Lack of Support for Conservatives

• Mentions Selena Gomez and other celebrities’ support for Kimmel via an ACLU letter:
  • “Somebody tells Selena Gomez, who signed an ACLU letter supporting Jimmy K. So do 399 other entertainment people. No mention of the conservative boycott.” (00:53)
• Points out the media only portrays Kimmel as the victim, ignoring conservative grievances.

5. Accountability and Proportional Response

• O’Reilly doesn’t demand permanent banishment for Kimmel:
  • “Jimmy Kimmel is not a victim, but he doesn't deserve banishment forever. His comments after the Charlie Kirk assassination were dumb. Maybe some community service for Jim.” (01:07)

6. International Reaction and American Weakness

• Suggests authoritarian leaders would mock America’s ‘weakness’:
  • “Putin and Xi are laughing at us. More weakness from the good old USA. Freedom of speech. Hello, Siberia. Jimmy Kimmel wouldn't like it there.” (01:15)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Disney’s Unclear Stance:
  “I don't know if Mr. Kimball defied Disney about the daily Trump hatred he displays or the mouse folks cheer them on. I don't know. So I'm in the Sergeant Schultz mode on Disney. I know nothing, but not quite.” (00:14)

• On Media Exclusion:
  “The showbiz cabal has completely shut down conservative traditional points of view on television. That is the real censorship. Violation of freedom of speech.” (00:42)

• On Public Celebrity Support:
  “Somebody tells Selena Gomez, who signed an ACLU letter supporting Jimmy K. So do 399 other entertainment people. No mention of the conservative boycott.” (00:53)

• On Kimmel’s Consequences:
  “Jimmy Kimmel is not a victim, but he doesn't deserve banishment forever. His comments after the Charlie Kirk assassination were dumb. Maybe some community service for Jim.” (01:07)

• International Perspective:
  “Putin and Xi are laughing at us. More weakness from the good old USA. Freedom of speech. Hello, Siberia. Jimmy Kimmel wouldn't like it there.” (01:15)

Important Timestamps

• 00:07: Jimmy Kimmel’s quick return and Disney’s confusion
• 00:27: Discussion of liberal-only guest booking and comparison to other Disney programs
• 00:42: Criticism of media censorship of conservatives
• 00:53: Celebrity support for Kimmel and absence of defense for conservatives
• 01:07: O’Reilly’s proposed proportional response for Kimmel
• 01:15: Reflection on international leaders and American freedom of speech

Summary

Bill O’Reilly uses this episode to highlight what he sees as increasing ideological censorship in mainstream entertainment, focusing on Jimmy Kimmel’s controversies and Disney’s handling of free speech. He warns about the exclusion of conservative viewpoints, the lopsided celebrity advocacy, and the global perception of America as weakened by internal division over basic freedoms. The tone is critical and pointed, with satirical humor at the expense of both the media and progressive celebrities.