Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis
Episode: The O'Reilly Update, September 23, 2025
Host: Bill O’Reilly
Date: September 23, 2025

Episode Overview

This episode of The O’Reilly Update centers on the assassination and legacy of Charlie Kirk, the political aftermath in America, media controversies surrounding Jimmy Kimmel’s suspension, the growing debate over free speech, and public health warnings about acetaminophen and vaccines. Bill O’Reilly delivers a pointed message about speech exclusion in mainstream media, highlights from Charlie Kirk’s memorial, and answers listener mail on current hot topics.

News Highlights & Key Discussion Points

1. Charlie Kirk Memorial and Campus Tour Resumes

[00:39–01:47]

• Turning Point USA organized the largest memorial in history for Charlie Kirk, attracting over 100 million streams.
  • “We just pulled off the largest memorial in known history in a matter of a few days. We had no issues. Glory be to God. We love you, Charlie Kirk.” – Turning Point USA spokesperson
• The organization has resumed its campus tour; Michael Knowles and Megyn Kelly are among the conservative speakers.
• Implication: Conservative presence on campuses continues despite heightened tensions post-assassination.

2. Jimmy Kimmel Suspension Drama

[01:48–02:44]

• Jimmy Kimmel’s show was suspended by Disney, not for a joke about Trump, but for apparently inaccurately blaming Charlie Kirk’s assassin on the MAGA movement.
  • “Kimmel, he didn’t get indefinitely suspended because he made a joke about Trump. He said that the murderer of Charlie Kirk was MAGA. He wasn’t. It’s not true. And you can’t use the public airways to lie.” – Mike Slater [02:30]
• Affiliates are considering if they’ll continue airing Kimmel. Some choose not to resume the show immediately.
• Ongoing debate: media responsibility, political bias, and accuracy in a tense national atmosphere.

3. UN General Assembly & International Developments

[02:45–03:05]

• The 80th UN General Assembly session convened with 140 world leaders.
• Notable: France, UK, and others recognize the state of Palestine, signifying a global diplomatic shift.

4. Health Warning: Acetaminophen and Autism

[03:06–03:33]

• President Trump raised concerns about acetaminophen (Tylenol) use during pregnancy, suggesting a link to autism:
  • “Taking Tylenol is not good, I’ll say it.” – President Trump [03:20]
• FDA to caution doctors: limit acetaminophen use in pregnancy unless “medically necessary.”
• Tylenol’s manufacturer states science does not show a cause-effect relationship.

Bill O’Reilly’s “Message of the Day”

[04:37–06:24]

The Legacy and Loss of Charlie Kirk

• Reflection on personal and national loss after Kirk’s assassination:
  • “You can imagine with a one year old and a three year old how Erica Kirk is suffering when the three year old girl looks up and goes, ‘where’s daddy?’ It’s beyond anything that anybody could imagine.” – Bill O’Reilly [04:50]
• Justification for political discussions at the memorial: Kirk was targeted for his beliefs.
• Critique of intolerance towards opposing viewpoints:
  • “Sadly, many Americans simply don’t want to hear opinions other than their own. Never could understand that. I guess it’s born out of insecurity or something.” – Bill O’Reilly [05:12]
• O’Reilly argues Kirk sought out opposing views; his assassination has “altered the political landscape,” with conservative momentum up as liberals recalibrate.
• Predicts ongoing political volatility:
  • “Impossible to predict the next big political story, but obviously it’s coming. Get ready.” – Bill O’Reilly [05:50]

Media Bias, Free Speech, and Listener Mail

[06:25–10:22]

1. Media Critique: Speech Exclusion and Liberal Dominance

• O’Reilly rebuts those who claim Trump threatens free speech, suggesting instead:
  • “The leftist media have been trampling freedom of expression ever since Donald Trump began gathering political power.” – Bill O’Reilly [08:24]
• Accusations that mainstream TV, late-night hosts, and news programs exclude conservatives or traditional voices.
  • “Jimmy Kimmel wouldn’t book any non-liberal guests. Nor would Colbert… the morning network programs exclude almost all conservatives…” [08:40]
• Points to Mark Levin, Bernie Goldberg, and himself as examples of shut-out conservative commentators.

2. Mailbag: Listener Perspectives and O’Reilly’s Responses

• ABC/Kimmel Firing: Listeners note conflicting coverage over Kimmel’s suspension and Trump administration’s alleged involvement.
  • “They just want left-wing opinion. That’s it.” – Bill O’Reilly [07:40]
• Fairness Doctrine: Discussion about media’s duty to serve the public after its repeal.
• Conservative Guests on 'The View': Debates whether Arnold Schwarzenegger can count as a conservative guest.
  • “Arnold’s about as far from a conservative as he can get. Big global warming guy, big abortion guy. Last time… maybe fiscally conservative, but no, not conservative. And he hates Trump.” – Bill O’Reilly [08:11]

3. Call for Media Fairness and Open Debate

• O’Reilly challenges networks to acknowledge bias and allow full debate:
  • “How about some honesty and fairness for a change, network people? How about a debate on all this freedom of speech? How about you acknowledging how you have crushed expression?” – Bill O’Reilly [09:32]
• Expresses doubt that such openness will occur: “Not holding my breath.”

Notable Quotes

• “The stunning assassination has altered the political landscape in America as more folks are now paying attention. This will initially help the conservative side because the liberal crew is a bit off-balance.” – Bill O’Reilly [05:30]
• “People believe what they want to believe…liberals derive comfort from that point of view. Trump is squashing speech, but what about the truth of the matter?” – Bill O’Reilly [08:12]
• “This exclusion is a colossal violation of free speech, dangerous to the nation. Putin stuff.” – Bill O’Reilly [09:02]

Timestamps of Key Segments

• 00:39 – Daily news rundown, Turning Point USA tribute, campus protests.
• 01:48 – Jimmy Kimmel suspension and media reaction.
• 02:45 – UN General Assembly and international recognitions.
• 03:06 – Acetaminophen and autism debate, Trump/FDA response.
• 04:37 – O’Reilly’s “Message of the Day” (Charlie Kirk’s legacy).
• 06:25 – Listener mail: Kimmel suspension, media bias, Fairness Doctrine.
• 08:24 – In-depth criticism of mainstream media exclusion.
• 09:32 – Call for honesty and debate in US media.

Overall Tone & Style

• Direct, unsparing, and frequently critical—typical “no-spin” O’Reilly style.
• Blames liberal media for stoking division and suppressing opposing opinions.
• Emphasizes tragedy’s personal cost, urgency of fair public debate, and unpredictability in politics.

Summary

This episode offers a sharp critique of American media and politics in the wake of Charlie Kirk's assassination. O’Reilly laments increasing intolerance for differing viewpoints, accuses the left-leaning media of restricting free speech, and forecasts continued turbulence in political life. Listener mail spurs further reflection on fairness and openness in media coverage, while news updates highlight contentious national issues surrounding campus speech, international diplomacy, and public health trust. The tone is urgent, skeptical, and fiercely partisan, catering to an audience concerned with media bias and political polarization.