Real America’s Voice – Bolling!
Episode Summary for January 23rd, 2026
Overview:
This episode of Bolling! on Real America’s Voice delivers a characteristically opinionated take on recent political, economic, and cultural developments. Host Eric Bolling blends market analysis, interviews, and panel discussions with sharp commentary on U.S. domestic policy, global geopolitics, and headline controversies—always from a perspective emphasizing American values and skepticism of mainstream narratives.
Key Topics & Segment Timestamps
1. Market Rundown and Economic Analysis
00:03–03:22
- Bolling opens by assessing the day’s financial markets: Dow Jones down, S&P and Nasdaq up, oil prices increase, natural gas spiking due to severe weather, gold and silver (notably) hitting historic highs, and crypto lagging.
- Predicts a rotation of profits from metals into crypto ("When the gold and metals markets take their profits...that money will not go back in the stock market. It'll likely go into the crypto market." – Bolling, 03:05)
2. Entertainment Feature: Kevin James & Angel Studios’ “Solo Mio”
03:24–07:43
- Correspondent Bo Davidson interviews Kevin James at the Miami premiere.
- Highlights from Kevin James:
- “It's a movie like the ones that I love the most...It’s got explosive heart and the comedy in it. And I think we just hit all the beats..." (04:09)
- Speaks on transition from sports to comedy due to injury: “Once you find out that you're not going to make it in pro ball...Thank God I found comedy.” (05:00)
- Reflections on his Catholic faith: “It's everything...that can mean I can play faulted characters and just, you know, just try to amplify truth.” (05:40)
- On marriage: “Silence...You got to understand what the other person's going through…and just try to be an example.” (06:55)
3. Interview: Mike Baker on Trump’s “Greenland Plan” & National Security
07:45–20:24
Greenland Negotiations
- Trump’s remarks on seeking negotiations for U.S. acquisition of Greenland prompt a strategic deep-dive.
- Mike Baker, ex-CIA officer and podcast host, dismisses literal purchase but details:
- The U.S. quest for “a bigger presence and more control...in concert with Denmark and sort of NATO from a sort of North Atlantic security concern.” (09:23)
- Strategic stakes: Rare earth minerals, missile defense, preventing Russian or Chinese foothold.
- “Greenland's always been an important part of our defense architecture for the US...” (09:50)
- On Trump’s leverage: “The reason NATO is even...is because the United States has stepped up, secured your asses for a hell of a long time.” (13:10 – Bolling)
- End result: NATO’s stronger due to Trump’s approach, even if style is chaotic.
- “You can hate Trump, you can love Trump, but there are certain aspects of the policies that are fundamentally shifting global politics.” (17:35 – Baker)
- Discussion closes with reflection on U.S. cities' crime rates and policy impact.
4. Bill & Hillary Clinton Held in Contempt of Congress: Epstein Hearings
20:25–29:35
- News: House Panel votes to hold Bill and Hillary Clinton in contempt for refusing to testify on Epstein investigation.
- Panelists: Joe diGenova (former U.S. Attorney) and George Papadopoulos (author/host).
- diGenova: Predicts indictment by DOJ is likely; calls Clinton’s refusal “an act of arrogance.” (22:07)
- Papadopoulos compares Clintons’ legal woes to Al Capone’s fate via tax evasion; doubts ultimate jail time but expects further damage to their reputations. (23:42)
- Deep dive into Clinton Foundation investigations, likelihood of DOJ action, and discussion of institutional resistance within FBI and DOJ.
- Joe diGenova: “This was one of the most apparent, obvious kickback schemes, pay to play in the history of the United States government. And shame on all the...on Loretta Lynch, on James Comey, and...Christopher Wray…” (27:33)
5. World Economic Forum (WEF) & Criticism of Gavin Newsom
31:50–44:40
- Bolling strongly criticizes California Governor Gavin Newsom’s appearance at Davos, calls him a “treasonous coward” and emblematic of the “leftist disease” in America.
- Dissects Newsom’s comments supporting universal healthcare for undocumented immigrants:
- “We delivered on that and I’m proud of that. We’re one of 16 states to provide care to people regardless of immigration status.” (38:45 – Newsom)
- Assails Newsom for disparaging America abroad, failed attempts to gain international traction, and alleged policy hypocrisy.
6. WEF Soundbites: Globalism, European Dysfunction, and Zelensky
44:41–48:57
- Compilation of global leaders’ remarks at Davos, focus on “global cooperation,” critique of American and European governance.
- Bolling points to volatility, eurozone stagnation, and anti-American messaging abroad, especially from figures like Zelensky and segments pushing for a "new global order".
7. Culture Wars: Sports, ICE, and Broadcast Bias
48:58–53:51
- Example from Australian Open: Taylor Fritz dodges political question about U.S. protests; Bolling criticizes media for injecting politics into sports.
- Discusses Minnesota church protest involving Nakima Levy Armstrong, her arrest, and subsequent CNN defense.
- Rips CNN, MSNBC for leftward slant and “peddling lies;” praises Ben Ferguson’s rebuttal on CNN.
8. Greenland as Detention Center — Audience Voicemails
57:40–60:00
- Listener suggests sending liberals to settle Greenland; Bolling jokes about a “Gitmo-type” prison for terrorists in Greenland.
- Another voicemail emphasizes that illegal immigrants willingly break U.S. law and “don’t deserve any special treatment.” Bolling concurs, pitching stricter border enforcement and relocating criminal offenders to Greenland as deterrence.
Notable Quotes
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Bolling on Markets:
“When the golden metals markets take their profits...that money will not go back in the stock market. It'll likely go into the crypto market. You'll see the crypto pick up as gold prices come down. I could almost put money on it. I did put money on it.” (03:03-03:12) -
Kevin James on ‘Solo Mio’:
“I've been in a lot of movies...but you don’t get this, is what I’m saying. Like, to have it all line up like this. It’s by far my favorite.” (04:47) -
Mike Baker on Greenland:
“Greenland’s always been an important part of our defense architecture for the US...But it’s also about the natural resources...it sounds like we’re getting almost a right of first refusal in terms of who can mine those resources.” (09:50, 12:35) -
Joe diGenova on Clinton Contempt:
“This was an act of arrogance and resistance by the Clintons. They thought that they could get away with this. And the obvious answer is they’re not going to get away with it.” (22:07) -
Bolling on Gavin Newsom:
“Gavin Newsom is a treasonous coward and Gavin Newsom is the face of everything that's wrong and what we're fighting against the most right now here in America.” (32:55) -
Gavin Newsom at Davos:
“We delivered on that and I’m proud of that. We’re one of 16 states to provide care to people regardless of immigration status.” (38:45) -
Joe Scarborough Critiqued:
“If Vladimir Putin were sitting in the White House, he could not do something more effectively to undermine American interests across Europe and strengthen Russian interests in Europe than what Donald Trump's doing right now.” (53:05 – Scarborough)
Bolling retorts: “Do you understand where Greenland is?...Greenland will be a great place to start. So no, Joe, Trump taking Greenland doesn’t help Putin. Dumbass.” (53:30)
Memorable Moments
- Kevin James expressing deep personal connection to his new movie and comedic journey (04:47-06:30)
- Mike Baker’s candid breakdown of U.S. strategic interests in Greenland, with colorful Bolling interjections (09:23-17:35)
- Panelists openly speculating on the likelihood of the Clintons ever facing jail time—“I don’t think we’ll see either one ever behind bars,” says Bolling, echoing deep skepticism about accountability at the highest levels (24:08)
- Newsom’s direct admission at Davos of universal healthcare for undocumented immigrants (“regardless of immigration status”) is presented as a ‘gotcha’ moment exposing Democratic policy aims (38:45)
- Listener voicemails advocating Greenland as a punitive location for “libs” and illegal immigrants—tapping into the episode’s ongoing humor and cultural antagonism (57:40-60:00)
Final Thoughts & Takeaways
- Bolling’s tone alternates between scathing, satirical, and self-assured, pushing hard against perceived left-wing hypocrisy, globalist tendencies, and lack of accountability for political elites.
- Emphasis on the sharp division between “doers” and “talkers”; frequent encouragement to subscribe to The Edge with Eric Bolling as a source for “real pressure” analysis.
- Continues to push anti-globalist, America-first themes, and a narrative of censorship/neglect by mainstream media.
Episode Utility:
For listeners eager for a staunchly conservative, irreverent, and combative take on the day’s news—blending economic insight, cultural commentary, and political theater—this episode delivers a representative dose of the Real America’s Voice brand.