The O'Reilly Update, June 18, 2025 - Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis

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Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Episode Summary: The O'Reilly Update, June 18, 2025

In the June 18, 2025 episode of Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis, host Bill O’Reilly delivers a comprehensive update on current events, blending news analysis with listener interactions and cultural commentary. The episode is structured into three main sections: News with Mike Slater, O’Reilly's Message of the Day, and a special segment on the late Brian Wilson of the Beach Boys.

1. News with Mike Slater [00:39 - 03:28]

Iran's Nuclear Capabilities: Mike Slater begins by addressing the ongoing concerns surrounding Iran's nuclear program. He details the existence of two underground nuclear enrichment sites: Natanz, which was targeted by Israel four years prior, and Fordo, a more fortified facility located 300 feet underground within a mountain. Slater emphasizes the advanced protection mechanisms of Fordo, including robust air defenses and heavy bunkers designed to withstand conventional bombing. He states:

"It's protected from most conventional bombs, but we have a 30,000-pound bunker-busting bomb. It's 20 feet long. It's so heavy that it burrows underground and then explodes." [01:10]

Slater underscores the strategic capability of the United States with its fleet of 19 operational B2 bombers, referencing their deployment in Libya in 2017 to highlight their long-range precision.

Immigration Enforcement: The segment shifts to immigration, where Slater reports a significant development: the ICE's arrest of a New York City comptroller and mayoral candidate. The comptroller attempted to shield an illegal alien from federal detention, leading to his arrest despite his plea:

"Show me your warrant, show me your badge. I will let go if you show me a judicial warrant." [02:15]

Slater uses this incident to reinforce his stance on the rule of law, stating:

"I said, no one is above the law. And if you lay a hand on a law enforcement officer, you will face consequences." [02:18]

Furthermore, Slater highlights a stark change in immigration policy, noting that in May 2024, the federal government released 62,000 illegal aliens into the United States, whereas in May 2025, this number dropped to zero. He poses a critical question to his audience:

"Why would you ever release an illegal alien into the United States?" [02:45]

Television Consumption Trends: Concluding the news segment, Slater presents a cultural shift in media consumption. He reveals that more people streamed television content than watched it via cable or network TV for the first time. Notably, the demographic driving this change is individuals over 65, who are increasingly favoring free streaming services. He mentions that classic shows like Gunsmoke have seen a resurgence in popularity among this age group.

"It's the first time that's ever happened. The fastest growing group of people who cut the cord and moving over to streaming, people over the age of 65 who watch the most TV." [03:00]

2. O’Reilly's Message of the Day [04:02 - 07:59]

Philadelphia’s Political Landscape: Bill O’Reilly begins his segment by analyzing Philadelphia's political climate. He describes the city as a "working-class town that leans far left," dominated by a coalition of white progressives, black liberals, and a strong Democratic machine. O’Reilly humorously notes the city's divisive stance towards former President Trump:

"Unless you love Trump, then we hate you." [04:30]

He critiques the Philadelphia Inquirer for its consistent progressive bias, particularly outside of sports coverage, and references columnist Will Bunch's anti-Trump commentary.

Critique of Progressive Narratives: O’Reilly responds to Bunch's assertion that Trump's "immoral invasion against the soul of America" was thwarted by everyday citizens. He counters by asserting:

"The demonstrations didn't stop anything. President Trump is doing what he believes is right for the country." [05:05]

He challenges the notion of an "immoral invasion," suggesting it might be a reference to ICE raids, and points out what he perceives as President Biden's moral failings in disregarding immigration laws.

Listener Interactions: O’Reilly engages with listener mails, addressing concerns and questions:

La Donna from Pontiana, Florida: Inquires about Bill's comments on the Minnesota shooting. O’Reilly emphasizes the show's focus on analysis rather than breaking news, describing the incident as "heinous" and "horrible," but sees no additional angle for commentary.
Lori Brown from Southbury, Connecticut: Asks about taxpayer funding for the Army 250 parade. O’Reilly confirms:

"Yes, they did. That came under the Pentagon, the Defense Department. There was some private money involved with it, but mostly taxpayer money." [06:20]
Barbara Bosill from Lakeside, California: Seeks advice on addressing friends and family opposing Trump's "no King" protests. O’Reilly succinctly responds:

"No, there is nothing you can say." [07:00]

He further discusses the lack of comprehensive cost estimates for the nationwide "no King" protests, noting that expenses are managed on a state-by-state basis.

3. Tributes and Cultural Commentary [09:00 - 11:43]

Brian Wilson and the Beach Boys: In a poignant tribute, Bill O’Reilly announces the passing of Brian Wilson, the legendary musician and co-founder of the Beach Boys, who died at the age of 82. He recounts the band's illustrious history, highlighting their rise to fame in the 1960s with hits like "Surfing USA," "I Get Around," and "California Girls." O’Reilly nostalgically reflects:

"The songs basically celebrated innocence and the sunny side of the street." [09:30]

He details the internal conflicts that plagued the band, including lawsuits over copyrights, royalties, and personal disputes, notably Brian Wilson's legal battle with his father over the band's song catalog.

O’Reilly also touches on a historical setback in 1983 when the Reagan White House banned the Beach Boys from performing on the National Mall. He notes Reagan's eventual apology for the incident.

Despite these challenges, O’Reilly celebrates the enduring legacy of the Beach Boys, mentioning their ongoing tours across the USA and Europe, led by original member Mike Love.

"In fact, I'm going to see them next week. Current lineup features one original lead singer, Mike Love. 84 years old and he still got it." [10:45]

This segment serves as both a homage to a musical icon and a reflection on the resilience of enduring artistic endeavors.

Conclusion: Bill O’Reilly’s June 18, 2025 episode offers a blend of hard-hitting news analysis, personal engagement with listeners, and cultural reflection. By addressing significant geopolitical issues, domestic policy shifts, and notable cultural events, O’Reilly provides a multifaceted perspective aimed at keeping his audience informed and engaged.

Transcript

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Bill O'Reilly here. You are listening to the O'Reilly Update. Coming up next, the news with Mike Slater.

Ryan Reynolds (0:39)

Thank you, Bill. It is Wednesday, June 18, 2025. Here's what's happening today in America. The bunker buster, ICE arrests the immigrant. Governor speaks out and the cord has been cut. That's all coming up. Then Bill's gonna be here with your message of the day. But first, Iran has two known underground nuclear enrichment sites. One was attacked on the 4 first day of attacks by Israel, the Natanz. The other is called fordo. It's buried 300ft underground in a mountain protected by air defenses. It sounds a lot like the plot of Top Gun 2. It's protected from most conventional bombs, but we have a 30,000 pound bunker busting bomb. It's 20ft long. It's so heavy that it barrows underground and then explodes. And then other bombs can be dropped afterwards that can go even deeper than the initial 200ft. The bomb is carried by a B2. We have 19 operational B2s. In 2017, we flew them 34 hours to go, hit targets in Libya. They left the base in Missouri, went to Libya and came back. There's no public reports of this weapon being used in combat. Iran says they've produced uranium at 20% purity. But the International Atomic Energy Agency, they had a report on May 31 that said they've increased its production to 60% enriched uranium, which is approaching the 90% level needed to fuel a nuclear weapon. ICE has arrested a New York City comptroller and candidate for mayor after he tried to shield an illegal alien from being detained by federal agents inside a federal immigration courthouse in Manhattan. The comptroller was locking arms with the illegal alien when he said, show me your warrant, show me your badge. I will let go if you show me a judicial warrant. They pulled him away and arrested him. I said, no one is above the law. And if you lay a hand on a law enforcement officer, you will face consequences. In other immigration news, the Border Patrol in the month of May did not release a single illegal alien into the interior of the United States. Now you're thinking, why would that have ever happened once ever? How can that be news? Why would you ever release an illegal alien into the United States? Well, last May, the federal government, under different leadership, released 62,000 illegal aliens into the United States of America. This May zero. It is now official, more people in May watched television from streaming networks than on cable or network TV combined. It's the first time that's ever happened. The fastest growing group of people who cut the cord and moving over to streaming, people over the age of 65 who watch the most TV. People over the age of 65 love the free streaming networks, which is why the show Gunsmoke, which, which originally aired in 1955, is one of the most watched streaming series over the last few months. I'm Mike Slater from the podcast Politics By Faith, Bill O'Reilly with your message of the day next.