The O’Reilly Update – October 9, 2025

Podcast: Bill O'Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Host: Bill O’Reilly
Date: October 9, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of The O’Reilly Update covers major stories in U.S. and world news, including a breakthrough in Israel-Hamas negotiations, a major arson arrest in California, the capture of a fugitive from a notorious jailbreak, and a high-profile political gaffe by former Congresswoman Katie Porter. Bill O'Reilly shares his signature "Message of the Day," lamenting the dysfunction in American politics, discusses listener mail on U.S. policy, and provides a historical segment spotlighting Barack Obama’s surprise Nobel Peace Prize win.

Key News Stories and Analysis

Israel-Hamas Peace Deal

Timestamp: 00:10-01:20

• Details:
  President Trump announced the first phase of a peace plan between Israel and Hamas, mediated in Egypt.

• Both sides "signed off" on the deal.

• The agreement will facilitate the release of all hostages believed to be held by Hamas, with releases potentially beginning Monday.

• Israeli troops to withdraw to an agreed line as the first step towards a lasting peace.

• Notable Quote:

  "Trump said the newly announced agreement means that all of the hostages will be released very soon and Israel will withdraw their troops to an agreed upon line as the first step towards a strong, durable and everlasting peace." (B, 00:29)

• Hostages:
  Hamas is believed to hold 48 hostages (post-October 7, 2023, attack), 20 of whom are believed alive.

Palisades Arson Arrest

Timestamp: 01:24-02:05

• Details:
  Authorities arrested Jonathan Render Necht, 29, for allegedly starting the deadly Palisades wildfire in LA County.

• The fire, ignited on January 1st, led to 12 deaths, 23,000 acres burned, and the destruction of 7,000 structures.

• Render Necht, an Uber driver, reportedly started the fire after a ride, repeatedly tried to call 911, then returned to film the blaze.

• Charges:
  Facing up to 50 years in prison.

Jailbreak Fugitive Captured

Timestamp: 02:05-02:40

• Case Recap:
  Ten inmates escaped via a crawlspace behind a toilet in May; after months on the run, the last fugitive—a convicted murderer—was found in Atlanta.
• Arrest involved SWAT, gas canisters, and a police dog.
• Twelve helpers, including a jail maintenance worker, were also arrested.

Katie Porter’s Interview Blunder

Timestamp: 02:41-03:03

• Details:
  Former Congresswoman Katie Porter, running for California governor, struggled during a CBS News interview.

• When asked about Trump voters, she became combative and cut the interview short.

• Notable Quote:

  "I feel like this is unnecessarily argumentative. What’s your question? I don't want to keep doing this. I'm going to call it…I’m not going to do an interview with seven follow ups to every single question you ask. I've never had to do this before and I don't want this on camera." (B, 02:48)

Bill O’Reilly’s "Message of the Day"

Timestamp: 03:50-07:42

Dysfunction in Washington

• Partisan Stalemate:
  Capitol Hill is at a standstill; neither Republicans nor Democrats are motivated to cooperate.

• Perspectives:

  • Democrats: Blame Trump for everything, refuse compromise.
  • Republicans: Believe the "radical left" is self-defeating, so they do not interfere.

• Impact:
  The public continues to suffer with high food prices and outdated legislation, especially in immigration.

• Notable Quotes:

  "You might think both parties would be interested in reopening the government. Not very. There's blame everywhere." (A/B, 03:54)

  "Meanwhile, we the people are waiting for food prices to come down and would like to see some problem solving legislation like a new immigration law. The one on the books is from 1952 for crying out loud. But that's not going to happen anytime soon." (A, 04:43)

  "Your job, senators and congresspeople, is to solve some problems. Stop with this intramural immaturity." (A, 05:15)

Listener Mail Segment

• Defining Evil: (Kurt) On Israel negotiating with Hamas:

  "You can identify evil when it destroys women and children. Maybe that is why Israel is not sitting at the peace table with Hamas, because you simply cannot bargain with evil." (A, 05:33)

• O’Reilly Responds:
  He notes Israel is negotiating, primarily to rescue hostages:

  "But they are sitting at the peace table with Hamas in Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt. Okay, Israel wants to get the hostages out of there and let's pray they do." (A, 05:50)

• Biden Immigration Critique: (Charles)

  "President Biden is responsible not only for the immense cost to the house and feed foreign nationals, but also the political discord caused by China to deport them. Biden caused immense harm to our country." (A, 06:00)

  • O’Reilly agrees; calls Biden "the second worst president ever."

• Ranking Presidents: (Larry Holt)

  • O’Reilly maintains James Buchanan was the worst president, citing his failure leading to the Civil War, keeping Biden at number two.

"Something You Might Not Know": Obama’s Nobel Prize

Timestamp: 08:06-10:40

• On This Day (2009):
  Barack Obama won the Nobel Peace Prize just eight days into his presidency.

• Public Reaction:
  61% of Americans felt Obama did not deserve the award, viewing it as premature. Supporters saw it as a rejection of Bush-era wars.

• Notable Quotes:

  • Nobel Committee:

    "the new president of the United States should be honored for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy and cooperation between peoples." (A, 09:00)

  • Barack Obama:

    "I am deeply humbled. I do not view it as a recognition of my own accomplishments, but rather an affirmation of American leadership on behalf of aspirations held by people in all nations." (A, 09:38)

• US Laureates:
  Obama is the fourth U.S. president to receive the prize, alongside Theodore Roosevelt, Woodrow Wilson, and Jimmy Carter.

Memorable Moments & Tone

• Mike Slater delivers headlines in a direct, slightly wry tone.
• O’Reilly uses a trademark mix of exasperation and sarcasm to critique both parties.
• Listener mails spark succinct, passionate responses—especially on immigration and presidential rankings.
• The historical recounting of Obama’s Nobel moment is matter-of-fact, with O’Reilly’s skepticism peeking through in his commentary.

Notable Quotes with Attribution & Timestamps

• Mike Slater on Israel-Hamas:

  "Trump said hostages could be released Monday. It's believed that Hamas has 48 hostages still over two years after the October 7, 2023 attacks." (B, 00:46)

• Mike Slater on Katie Porter:

  "She was asked what she would say to the 6.1 million Californians who voted for Trump in 2024 and she couldn't handle it... I’m not going to do an interview with seven follow ups to every single question you ask." (B, 02:48)

• O'Reilly on Dysfunction in Congress:

  "Just continue to antagonize the lefties so they act stupid. Meanwhile, we the people are waiting for food prices to come down and would like to see some problem solving legislation..." (A, 04:43)

• O’Reilly on Biden’s Rank:

  "Second worst president ever. ...No, because it doesn't come close, all of that to what James Buchanan did in the run up to the Civil War." (A, 07:10)

• Nobel Committee on Obama:

  "The new president of the United States should be honored for his extraordinary efforts to strengthen international diplomacy..." (A, 09:00)

• Barack Obama accepting the Nobel:

  "I am deeply humbled. I do not view it as a recognition of my own accomplishments, but rather an affirmation of American leadership..." (A, 09:38)

Episode Flow & Tone

• The episode is brisk, mixing serious news with pointed commentary.
• Host and contributors maintain a no-nonsense, sometimes sardonic approach.
• Listener interaction is direct and reinforces the show’s populist tone.

For Listeners

This episode delivers fast-paced, fact-focused reporting on global and national events with O’Reilly’s unfiltered take on American politics and history. It also provides context and critique for major current events, framed with O’Reilly's trademark blend of skepticism, populism, and historical perspective.