Podcast Summary: Real America’s Voice – Bolling!

Episode Date: January 20, 2026
Host: Eric Bolling (A)
Guests & Voices: Bo Davidson (C), Chief Michael Banks (D), Dr. Walid Phares (G), Gazelle Sharmad (F), Don Lemon (clip, E), various RAV contributors & callers (B)

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode of “Bolling!” on Real America’s Voice covers a range of political and cultural topics with a pointedly conservative perspective. Eric Bolling begins with coverage of turbulent financial markets, pivots to commentary on a new Angel Studios film, discusses alleged failures of local officials in Minneapolis regarding crime and immigration, and dives deep into the ongoing unrest and regime violence in Iran. The episode also contains sharp criticism of activist Don Lemon’s recent conduct at a Minneapolis church protest, analysis of populist versus globalist dynamics at the Davos World Economic Forum, and listener call-ins expressing frustration with political leadership, the media, and cultural divisions.

Market Turmoil and Financial Commentary

[00:13–01:40]

• Major stock market downturn:
  • Dow Jones down nearly 900 points, S&P down 145, NASDAQ the big loser at 566 points down; VIX up; gold surges $163.
• Commentary on market sentiment:
  • Eric discusses a “flight to safety,” with investors moving wealth from equities and crypto to precious metals amid global trade tensions, particularly mentioning “Trump’s trade war with Europe over Greenland.”
• Quote:

  “If you bought one ounce of gold a year ago, you'd be up almost $3,000 right now. One ounce. Just one single ounce.” (A, 00:30)

Cultural Segment: Angel Studios’ New Film “Solo Mio”

[01:40–04:25]

• Guest: RAV correspondent Bo Davidson reports live from the Miami premiere.
• Film Overview:
  • “Solo Mio” is a romantic comedy from Angel Studios, starring Kevin James, Alison Hannigan, and Jonathan Roumie.
  • The film centers on self-discovery and redemption after being left at the altar in Italy.
  • Noted as a shift for Angel Studios, known for more faith-driven or dramatic content.
• Distribution:
  • Releases nationally in theaters February 6th; available online later via Angel Guild, with an audience-driven selection process.
• Quote:

  “Angel is not Hollywood adjacent; they are Hollywood now ... the audience decides what gets to be made.” (C, 03:41)

Minneapolis Crisis: Crime, Immigration, and Law Enforcement

[04:25–11:22]

• Context:
  • Kristi Noem claims on X over 10,000 “criminal illegal aliens” are causing harm in Minneapolis due to local officials’ inaction.
  • FBI grand jury subpoenas Governor Tim Walz, Mayor Jacob Fry, and AG Keith Ellison.
• Guest: U.S. Border Patrol Chief Michael Banks
  • Strong criticism of Minneapolis officials for hindering federal enforcement and failing to protect citizens.
  • ICE’s expanded role in investigating “massive Somali fraud” besides deporting illegal immigrants.
• Law Enforcement Challenges:
  • Local resistance described as hampering federal operations, with higher rates of assaults on officers.
• Quotes:

  “You can’t encourage people to go against and contradict federal law enforcement ... We’re not going to tolerate it.” (D, 05:19)
  “We racked up more assaults against agents in the first day in Minneapolis than we racked up in many cities ... because law enforcement inside of Louisiana supported us. We’re not seeing that in Minneapolis.” (D, 10:32)

Church Protest Incident

[06:50–09:42 | 23:45–27:18]

• Incident:
  • Don Lemon allegedly enters a Minneapolis church with a protest group, described as intimidation of Christians.
  • Eric calls for legal action under the Civil Rights/Klan Act.
  • Clipped exchange: Pastor defends the congregation’s right to worship; Lemon insists on protest rights and references religious freedom.
  • Eric and Chief Banks characterize it as “absolutely despicable” and intimidation.
• Quote:

  “It was absolutely staged. It is despicable that someone would go in and take this protest into a church ... sheer intimidation.” (D, 08:20)

Iran: Regime Violence, Human Rights, and U.S. Foreign Policy

[13:39–22:55]

• Guests: Dr. Walid Phares & Gazelle Sharmad
• Gazelle’s Story:
  • Her father, an Iranian-American dissident, survived a 2009 assassination attempt in LA, was kidnapped in 2020, and murdered in Iran. The U.S. government under Biden did “nothing.”
  • Emphasis on the regime’s reach and brutality.
• Iranian Regime’s Conduct:
  • Regime accused of mass killings during protests, underreporting the death toll (possibly 20,000+).
  • Discussion of martial law, foreign militias, and claimed lack of legitimacy.
• Prospects for Change:
  • Panel sees potential for military defection and uprising if the Iranian people remain committed.
• Quotes:

  “The regime actually was not ready yet to fight against the United States and Israel ... so what they’ve done was ... engaging their whole army, whole militias, occupying Tehran.” (G, 15:01)
  “We have to understand this will be bloody because jihadists do not step back ... It is in our national interest as Americans to stand with the Iranian people.” (F, 20:39)

World Economic Forum/Davos: Globalism vs. Populism

[33:29–42:08]

• Davos coverage:
  • Critique of international elites, focus on WEF leadership using words like “orchestrate” as code for control.
  • BlackRock CEO Larry Fink quoted on the “need to regain trust.”
  • Gavin Newsom (CA Governor) criticized for urging European unity against Trump.
  • French President Macron mocked for appearing in sunglasses amid trade tensions.
  • Ursula von der Leyen (EU), calls for more financial support to Ukraine and for Europe to reduce reliance on the US dollar.
• American Perspective:
  • Eric asserts the “elites” want to weaken the U.S., seize wealth and control through pushes for digital currency and a cashless society.
• Quotes:

  “That’s code by the way, for nothing else happens in the world until we figure out how to proceed.” (A, 34:05, paraphrasing WEF CEO)
  “Of all the harebrained ideas they’re trying to come up with in Davos, this is the worst. A global digital currency ... completely unconstitutional in the United States.” (A, 42:08)

Don Lemon & Media Bias: “Lemon Gate”

[23:45–33:29]

• Analysis:
  • Extended critique of Don Lemon’s activism, perceived media bias, and alleged identity politics.
  • Eric plays a montage of Lemon’s past controversial statements (on race and women’s “prime”).
  • Positions Lemon as emblematic of “everything that’s wrong with liberalism.”
  • Calls out CNN and leftwing media as “propaganda.”
• Quotes:

  “Everything that’s wrong with liberalism was encapsulated in that 1:44 second clip of Don Lemon right there.” (A, 24:29)
  “Bottom line is that nothing is sacred to the left. Nothing about this country, about our way of life, about the Constitution, about people's protected freedoms and their safety. All that matters is their hatred.” (A, 29:57)

Listener Calls & Closing Rants

[44:21–49:59]

• Callers express:
  • Confusion, frustration over protests against ICE.
  • Frivolous (but humorous) concerns about protesters disturbing pets (A, 46:49).
  • Anger at establishment Republicans and the “deep state.”
• Eric agrees with critics of Congressional Republicans he deems "RINOs," specifically targeting John Thune and Mike Johnson.
• Urges for accountability of local officials in Minneapolis.
• Ends with rallying messages for the MAGA base and reminders to subscribe to his YouTube project, The Edge.

Notable Quotes & Timestamps

• A (Eric Bolling), on gold as safety hedge:

  “You’re seeing these stock markets trending down. ... The flight to safety right now is in the precious metals ... instead of into the bitcoin markets.” (00:45)

• C (Bo Davidson) on Angel Studios model:

  “This is literally the audience deciding we want this film ... That makes it unlike anything else.” (03:41)

• D (Chief Banks) on Minneapolis enforcement:

  “You're not going to impede us, even if you're an elected official. We've got a job to do. ... get on board ... or get out of our way.” (05:19)

• F (Gazelle Sharmad) on Iranian regime:

  “No Iranian elected the Ayatollahs ever. This is an Islamo-Marxist coup ... They're sworn enemies of Iranians.” (16:38)

• A (Eric Bolling) on Don Lemon:

  “Hey, dumbass, you broke into the church. ... Are you nuts?” (24:29)
  “They're white supremacists praying in a church. You break in with Black Lives Matter ... and they're being somehow bigoted.” (24:29)

Key Timestamps

• [00:13] Markets and Financial Trends
• [01:40] Angel Studios Film “Solo Mio” Premiere
• [04:25] Minneapolis Crime & Federal Investigations
• [06:50] Church Protest/Don Lemon Incident
• [13:39] Iran Dissent and Regime Violence
• [23:45] Extended Don Lemon Critique ("Lemon Gate")
• [33:29] Davos/World Economic Forum (WEF)
• [44:21] Listener Calls and Closing Segment

Tone & Style

• Highly opinionated, combative, and sarcastic.
• Host blends news, interviews, and editorial rants.
• Frequent use of direct address (“folks”), humor (especially mocking adversaries), and stark dichotomies (“us vs. them”).
• Appeals to unity within conservative/MAGA audience.

Conclusion

This episode of “Bolling!” travels from financial news to pop culture, immerses itself in controversial political territory (immigration, urban crime, globalism), and returns repeatedly to themes of American exceptionalism, Christian values, and anti-elitism. The host’s style is energetic and provocative, with a focus on exposing what he characterizes as failures of the political left and establishment, both domestically and internationally.