Real America’s Voice: Bolling! – January 29, 2026
Episode Overview
On this episode of Bolling!, host Eric Bolling dives into recent volatility in the markets, the ongoing ICE operations and protests in Minneapolis, the impact of severe winter storms on preparedness, and political controversies including the Epstein investigations and the debate over U.S. commitments to NATO. The show features multiple guests, including Art Del Cueto (retired Border Patrol agent), Dr. Alejandro Diaz (pediatric medicine), field correspondent Ben Berquam, and Harvard Law professor Alan Dershowitz, providing firsthand insights on border security, health preparedness, the Epstein case, and the domestic political landscape.
Main Segments and Discussion Points
1. Market Volatility and Economic Updates
- Timestamps: 00:15–01:45
- Eric recaps recent market swings: Gold's dramatic intra-day moves, oil price surge due to severe weather, and continued struggles for Bitcoin and Ethereum.
- Quote (Eric Bolling, 00:30): “This is total volatility. Be very, very careful in the gold market… it's always, I think, going higher, but just got to be really, really, really careful.”
2. ICE Operations, Minneapolis Protests, and Border Security
- With Art Del Cueto (Retired Border Patrol agent & FAIR advisor)
- Timestamps: 01:45–09:39
Key Points:
- The shift in anti-ICE protester behavior linked to meetings and direct involvement by Tom Homan, bypassing some local and federal officials.
- Internal debate over whether this move signifies a retreat or smart de-escalation.
- Kristi Noem’s leadership and her sidelining during the crisis.
- Challenges facing law enforcement: violence, lack of support from local authorities, and national implications for border policy and MAGA supporters.
- Leadership shakeups within Border Patrol (e.g., Greg Bovino’s reassignment).
Notable Quotes:
- Art Del Cueto (01:54): “Someone’s giving the orders… I know I sound like a conspiracy theorist… all of a sudden they’re deciding to stand down a bit. We’ll see what comes forward.”
- Eric Bolling (03:05): “Tom Homan is going to report right back to Trump, bypassing Kristi [Noem]. ...you call him almost Hitler, call MAGA Nazi youth ... meanwhile, people are getting hurt, people are dying.”
- Art Del Cueto (04:19): “I don’t think we’re dealing with bees, I can tell you that much. ...it’s weird situation.”
3. Emergency Preparedness: Medication Stockpiling
- With Dr. Alejandro Diaz (Chief of Pediatric Medicine, Wellness Company)
- Timestamps: 09:40–13:32
Key Points:
- The importance of having prescription medication on hand during emergencies (e.g., severe winter storms).
- Wellness Company’s approach: personalized medical kits including antibiotics, antivirals, and first aid supplies, prescribed by professionals.
- COVID-19 has largely faded as a unique health threat—flu is now the main concern.
Notable Quotes:
- Dr. Diaz (11:14): “Our clients... can get a very high quality consultation with a medical expert and get the medical kits … prescribed medications that definitely can help with, you know, over 30 illnesses.”
- Eric Bolling (12:58): “Now, right now … after the COVID hysteria it’s just another flu. What we really have to worry about, it’s the flu itself, the NH3 N2, which is the super flu.”
4. ICE Operations On The Ground in Minneapolis
- With Ben Berquam (RAV Law and Border Correspondent)
- Timestamps: 14:59–22:08
Key Points:
- Field report from Minneapolis: morale among ICE and law enforcement, ongoing community tensions, and the effect of recent leadership changes.
- Frustration over lack of local/National Guard support—concerns about continuing attacks on ICE agents.
- The sustained threat from “traitors in our own government,” referencing local officials’ alleged obstruction.
- Discussion about possible future unrest—protests and political motivations driving ongoing demonstrations.
Notable Quotes:
- Tom Homan via press briefing (15:00): “Justice is coming. What started this? Four years of an open border where millions of people are letting this country unvetted … President Trump promised to make this country safe again. And that’s what we’re doing.”
- Ben Berquam (16:15): “The guys just want to be able to do their job… It’s the traitors in our own government… that’s the real threat to this country.”
- Ben Berquam (21:28): “This is all about 2026… Nobody on the left actually cares about Alex Preddy. Nobody cares about Renee. Good. All they care about is using these people to advance their political agenda.”
5. Longevity, Health Trends, and Medical Misinformation
- [Promo for Bolling’s The Edge segment, unpacking health fads]
- Timestamps: 22:10, 43:05
Key Points:
- Dismissal of online “influencer” medical fads versus actual science-backed longevity strategies.
- Bolling teases segment’s deep-dive on what works (with real doctors) and what is just expensive hype.
Notable Quotes:
- Eric Bolling (43:06): “Everyone’s selling longevity right now… most of it noise or is it? Today we’re cutting through the BS and focusing on the science of longevity…”
6. Epstein Files and Congressional Subpoenas
- With Alan Dershowitz (Harvard Law Professor Emeritus)
- Timestamps: 24:30–33:57
Key Points:
- The process and skepticism around the congressional push to subpoena the Clintons regarding the Epstein case.
- Dershowitz asserts Congress is not genuinely seeking the truth and offers himself as someone who has direct knowledge of Epstein’s dealings.
- Denials of wrongdoing by prominent political names (Clinton, Summers), suggesting guilt-by-association and “McCarthyism.”
- Motivations for testimony refusals and what’s really hidden in the Epstein files—Dershowitz claims many “victims” were not real victims, proposing full disclosure is needed.
Notable Quotes:
- Alan Dershowitz (25:39): “If they’re interested in learning the truth, they would subpoena me. I mean, I know everything.”
- Eric Bolling (27:49): “You don’t have to go through St. Thomas or whatever island… to go to Asia. Unless my calculations are incorrect… you want to go east to go to Asia, not south to the Caribbean.”
- Alan Dershowitz (32:21): “It was just as illegal for a 19, 20 or 20 year old girl who was adult to be paid $200 to bring a 15 or 16 year old girl to Jeffrey Epstein. That’s illegal. But Congress doesn’t want to hear about that…”
- Dershowitz (33:36): “They’re suppressing the Epstein files that show that many of the alleged victims were not really victims. That’s what they’re suppressing… That’s pure McCarthyism and it shouldn’t be tolerated.”
7. Political Analysis: Minneapolis, Ilhan Omar, and Democratic Infighting
- Timestamps: 34:08–41:53
Key Points:
- Eric criticizes Minnesota Governor Tim Walz and Rep. Ilhan Omar, claims political “resuscitation” efforts for Walz are desperate.
- Challenges the narrative that connects Trump’s rhetoric to violence against political opponents.
- Comments on Ilhan Omar’s reported wealth and allegiance, suggesting financial and ethical impropriety.
- Discusses the Democrats’ alleged desire to dismantle DHS, ICE, and CBP if they regain control, painting a dire picture for border security.
Notable Quotes:
- Eric Bolling (36:52): “There is no decency surrounding Ilhan Omar. …now is worth $30 million six years later… That’s not a decent person.”
- Pramila Jayapal (41:27): “We have to dismantle DHS and ICE and CBP and we have to reconstruct them to what they really should be doing.”
8. Audience Interactions and Viewer Calls
- Timestamps: 44:51–49:57
Key Points:
- Emotional viewer message decrying the official narrative of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and government trust issues.
- Viewer support for U.S. withdrawal from NATO, citing frustration with European and Canadian reluctance to align with American interests.
- Eric’s commentary on California politics, NATO, and U.S. strategic priorities.
Quotes:
- Listener voicemail (46:36): “Any good military man that passed away before COVID God bless him, because what has been done to their country since is a goddamn disgrace.”
- Eric Bolling (48:29): “First of all, California, I… think you should leave. Just move. Move to Texas or Florida… I agree with you. Let’s get out of NATO. Let’s go…”
Memorable Moments
- Fierce intra-conservative debate between Bolling and Del Cueto about the optics of “retreat” versus the pragmatism of de-escalation in Minneapolis.
- Dershowitz’s repeated insistence that Congress doesn’t want the “real truth” of the Epstein scandal out, and his offer to testify himself.
- Ben Berquam’s blunt statement on political motivations behind recent street-level protests: “Nobody on the left actually cares about [the victims]… all they care about is using these people to advance their political agenda.” (21:28)
- Eric’s skepticism and dry sarcasm regarding Democrat officials and so-called “rescue” efforts for their political careers.
- Extended, raw, listener monologues that capture “real America’s voice” but also the depth of distrust and division in the current political climate.
Conclusion
This episode weaves together market news, on-the-ground reporting from Minneapolis, heated debates about border security and law enforcement leadership, medical preparedness, partisan battles over the Epstein files, and the latest narratives in political controversy. While strongly opinionated, the show offers a window into conservative grassroots concerns: distrust of political elites, the importance of border enforcement, skepticism about mainstream narratives, and the desire for accountability at the highest levels. With candid exchanges, man-on-the-street insights, and even voicemail commentary from viewers, this episode delivers exactly what its tagline promises: real news and honest, unvarnished views.
Quick Reference: Timestamps for Key Topics
- Market Volatility/Energy: 00:15–01:45
- Minneapolis ICE Crisis & Law Enforcement: 01:45–09:39
- Emergency Medication Preparedness: 09:40–13:32
- Field Report: Ben Berquam in Minneapolis: 14:59–22:08
- Longevity Science vs. Hype (Segment Promo): 22:10, 43:05
- Epstein Files & Clinton Investigation: 24:30–33:57
- Political Feuds (Omar/Walz/Democrats): 34:08–41:53
- Listener Calls & NATO Debate: 44:51–49:57
For further soundbites and detailed coverage on any specific guest or topic, consult the corresponding timestamped segment above.