Real America’s Voice: Bolling! – November 19th, 2025
Host: Eric Bolling
Guests: Rudy Giuliani, Dr. James Thorpe, Rena Shah
Date: November 19, 2025
Episode Overview
This episode of "Bolling!" centers on current political and geopolitical developments through a conservative, America-first lens. Eric Bolling, joined by high-profile guests including Rudy Giuliani, Dr. James Thorpe, and strategist Rena Shah, explores topics ranging from the U.S. chip industry and Trump’s recent pardons, to foreign policy dynamics involving Saudi Arabia, Israel, Venezuela, and domestic debates on immigration, religion, and left-wing politics. The tone throughout is combative and urgent, emphasizing challenges to mainstream narratives and the need for assertive American action and values.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Market Watch & the Political Stakes of Technology
[02:22 – 04:45]
- Nvidia’s Impact: Eric discusses the market volatility around Nvidia’s earnings, linking its performance to U.S. strategic interests in semiconductor manufacturing and national security.
- Quote: “Trump has embraced the chip makers... He wants to take that away from China… If China takes Taiwan... China will have 90% of the world’s chips.”
— Eric Bolling [03:15]
- Quote: “Trump has embraced the chip makers... He wants to take that away from China… If China takes Taiwan... China will have 90% of the world’s chips.”
- Crypto & Commodities: Quick takes on plummeting oil prices, gold rising, and Bitcoin’s “tough number” at $89k.
2. Rudy Giuliani on Trump’s Pardons, Legal Battles, and New York Politics
[04:46 – 16:31]
- Trump Pardons & Alternate Electors: Giuliani celebrates Trump’s recent sweeping pardons, especially for alternate electors, arguing the legal system was politicized against them.
- Quote: “They were just doing what had been done before in American history… and they were pardoned now, thank God, but the Democrats tortured them.”
— Rudy Giuliani [04:55]
- Quote: “They were just doing what had been done before in American history… and they were pardoned now, thank God, but the Democrats tortured them.”
- Legal System Critique: Claims of conspiracy at the White House level and prosecutorial overreach in the cases related to the 2020 election.
- Quote: “They conspired about with the direction of the White House... It was a completely phony case.”
— Rudy Giuliani [05:41]
- Quote: “They conspired about with the direction of the White House... It was a completely phony case.”
- State of New York: Stark critique of current NYC leadership, referring to the incumbent mayor as a “communist” and associating his election with radical change and increased crime.
- Quote: “It’s—a hellhole. It’s changed since you left.”
— Eric Bolling [07:59]
- Quote: “It’s—a hellhole. It’s changed since you left.”
- Discussion on Religion and Terrorism: Giuliani and Bolling voice alarmist views on Islam, linking religious practice in NYC and political developments nationwide to fears of extremism.
- Quote: “You’re the only religion that preaches killing.”
— Rudy Giuliani [11:18] - Quote: “It’s a cult. If it preaches... you don’t deserve to live.”
— Eric Bolling [11:29] - **Giuliani distinguishes between "peaceful Muslims" and "the ones who believe in the exact word of the Quran,” warning about their supposed ambitions.
- Quote: “You’re the only religion that preaches killing.”
3. Health, Holidays, and Bird Flu: Dr. James Thorpe’s Advice
[21:10 – 25:11]
- Holiday Travel Concerns: Dr. Thorpe advises Americans traveling for Thanksgiving and Christmas to stay vigilant for viruses and discusses very high travel numbers.
- Preventative Medicine: Emphasizes vitamin D, nasal/oral sprays, and wellness kits as essential preventative and emergency tools during the season.
- Quote: “First and foremost, get your vitamin D levels up... We have an incredible nasal immune mist therapy. I take it wherever I go.”
— Dr. James Thorpe [22:23]
- Quote: “First and foremost, get your vitamin D levels up... We have an incredible nasal immune mist therapy. I take it wherever I go.”
- New Bird Flu Strain: Downplays the new H5N5 human case.
- Promoting Preparedness: Encourages having “emergency medical kits” with prescription medications on hand.
4. U.S.–Saudi–China Relations & the Israel Factor: Rena Shah’s Geopolitical Analysis
[25:12 – 37:16]
- Saudi Investment & Military Technology: Analysis of Saudi Arabia’s $1T+ investment pledge and the controversial F-35 fighter jet sale, with focus on checks against Iran.
- Quote: “It was a one day upgrade...Eric Trump upgraded Saudi Arabia to major non-NATO ally... Those are top of the line jets that only our closest partners get.”
— Rena Shah [26:40]
- Quote: “It was a one day upgrade...Eric Trump upgraded Saudi Arabia to major non-NATO ally... Those are top of the line jets that only our closest partners get.”
- Trump’s “Peace Blueprint” for Israel: Shah describes Trump’s new peace plan—including UN endorsement to disarm Hamas—and how it maintains U.S. support for Israel while encouraging Saudi normalization.
- Quote: “Bibi himself called it an incredible moment carved out by Trump… Israel is stronger and safer and more prosperous under Trump.”
— Rena Shah [28:15] & [30:03]
- Quote: “Bibi himself called it an incredible moment carved out by Trump… Israel is stronger and safer and more prosperous under Trump.”
- Handling Iran: Eric and Rena discuss how to contain Iran, debating the limits of diplomacy versus hard power.
- Quote: “That will be the magic trick that a president can pull… combination of soft diplomacy and hard power.”
— Rena Shah [31:53]
- Quote: “That will be the magic trick that a president can pull… combination of soft diplomacy and hard power.”
- On Russia & Ukraine: With less media focus, Rena notes, “Vlad is continuing to have his way with Ukraine,” and signals European allies are playing a larger role now. Possibility of Ukraine's next move hinges on new weapon deliveries.
- Venezuela, Narco-Terrorism & U.S. Policy: The hosts warn of escalating tensions and a possible U.S. intervention in Venezuela, critiquing both Trump’s and Congress’s responses to the cartels and Maduro regime.
- Quote: "Very, very slippery slope... I hate this idea of blowing these people up because the one time...they're going to put civilians on these boats...you lose the upper hand..."
— Eric Bolling [36:38]
- Quote: "Very, very slippery slope... I hate this idea of blowing these people up because the one time...they're going to put civilians on these boats...you lose the upper hand..."
5. Domestic Policy, Left-Wing Politics & Media Critiques
[37:16 – 46:15]
- Commentary on Progressive Politicians: Criticisms of Jasmine Crockett for “grandstanding” and Democratic Socialists for promising the impossible, “raising money already…before even taking office.” [39:25]
- On Socialism & Urban Decay: Eric rails against socialism in NYC, blaming new leadership for urban decline and invoking historical communism "starvation" tropes.
- Quote: “Under communism…over 100 million people have died because they stopped…feeding the people and they starved to death.”
— Eric Bolling [41:16]
- Quote: “Under communism…over 100 million people have died because they stopped…feeding the people and they starved to death.”
- Immigration & Border Security: Critique on Democratic calls for the military to disobey Trump administration orders—framed as treason and insurrection.
- Quote: “It’s called treason, folks. When they do that, it’s treason with a healthy side of insurrection.”
— Eric Bolling [43:19]
- Quote: “It’s called treason, folks. When they do that, it’s treason with a healthy side of insurrection.”
- Political “Lies” & Media Bias: Segment mocking The View’s criticism of Trump and asserting hypocrisy among Democrats over presidential dishonesty.
- Quote: “There’s not enough time to list all of the things that Biden and the Democrats have lied about. But somehow, to the ladies of The View, President Trump is the only liar they know.”
— Eric Bolling [45:20]
- Quote: “There’s not enough time to list all of the things that Biden and the Democrats have lied about. But somehow, to the ladies of The View, President Trump is the only liar they know.”
- Race-Baiting & “Woke” Critique: Blames Democratic leaders for making everything about race and pushing DEI/CRT as divisive issues.
- Quote: “Everything’s about race with the Democrats and then they lose and they still make it about race…”
— Eric Bolling [46:15]
- Quote: “Everything’s about race with the Democrats and then they lose and they still make it about race…”
6. Listener Voicemails & Viewer Engagement
[48:59 – 54:13]
- Viewer Feedback: Listeners express gratitude for the network, concern about immigration, and exasperation at Democratic politicians.
- Quote: “Why can’t we throw them people out of this country?...We’re a country of peace, Christianship…They need to get Hillary…”
— Listener voicemail [51:29]
- Quote: “Why can’t we throw them people out of this country?...We’re a country of peace, Christianship…They need to get Hillary…”
- Muslim Immigration & Sharia Law: Echoing Giuliani’s segment, another caller wonders why “Muslims here with Sharia law” can’t be expelled.
- Obama & Spam-burger: Dismissive, mocking remarks about Democratic politicians (e.g., “span burger—should be spelled spam burger").
- Rise of Socialism: Anxiety about socialism “not creeping—it’s moving like a tsunami across…Dearborn, Michigan. Minneapolis, Minnesota.”
Notable Quotes & Timestamps
| Timestamp | Speaker | Quote | |-------------|-------------------|---------------------------------------------------------------| | 03:15 | Eric Bolling | "Trump has embraced the chip makers...He wants to take that away from China…" | | 04:55 | Rudy Giuliani | "They were just doing what had been done before in American history…and they were pardoned now, thank God..." | | 11:18 | Rudy Giuliani | "You’re the only religion that preaches killing." | | 11:29 | Eric Bolling | "It’s a cult. If it preaches...you don’t deserve to live." | | 22:23 | Dr. James Thorpe | "First and foremost, get your vitamin D levels up...We have an incredible nasal immune mist therapy..." | | 26:40 | Rena Shah | "It was a one day upgrade...Eric Trump upgraded Saudi Arabia to major non-NATO ally..." | | 28:15 | Rena Shah | “Bibi himself called it an incredible moment carved out by Trump…” | | 31:53 | Rena Shah | "That will be the magic trick that a president can pull…combination of soft diplomacy and hard power." | | 36:38 | Eric Bolling | "Very, very slippery slope...I hate this idea of blowing these people up because the one time...they're going to put civilians on these boats...you lose the upper hand..." | | 41:16 | Eric Bolling | "Under communism…over 100 million people have died because they stopped…feeding the people and they starved to death." | | 43:19 | Eric Bolling | “It’s called treason, folks. When they do that, it’s treason with a healthy side of insurrection.” | | 45:20 | Eric Bolling | “There’s not enough time to list all of the things that Biden and the Democrats have lied about. But somehow, to the ladies of The View, President Trump is the only liar they know.” | | 46:15 | Eric Bolling | “Everything’s about race with the Democrats and then they lose and they still make it about race…” |
Memorable Moments
- Trump’s “Tired of Winning” Line Revisited: Eric jokingly says, “Trump was wrong about one thing. He said we’re going to win so much you’re going to get tired of winning. I’m not tired of winning yet.” [07:25]
- Giuliani & Bolling on Ground Zero Mosque: Both reminisce and rail against the idea as “a monument up to them”—a particularly emotionally charged exchange. [09:26]
- Rena Shah on the “Triple Win” of Trump’s Middle East Diplomacy: Describes synergy between U.S., Israel, and Saudi Arabia as “investments for America again, stability for Israel, and a roadmap to bury Hamas for good…” [30:03]
- Viewer Calls: Blunt and pointed listener voicemails echoing the show’s hardline stance on topics like immigration, political correctness, and “socialist creep.” [48:59 – 54:13]
Summary Table of Major Segments
| Segment | Timestamps | Main Voices | Topics | |------------------------------------------|----------------|-----------------------|-------------------------------------------------------| | Market Update & U.S. Chip Industry | 02:22–04:45 | Eric Bolling | Nvidia, U.S.–China tech, crypto, gold, oil | | Giuliani on Pardon, Lawfare, NYC | 04:46–16:31 | Giuliani, Bolling | Trump pardons, legal conspiracy, NYC politics, Islam | | Holiday Health & Pandemic Preparedness | 21:10–25:11 | Dr. Thorpe, Bolling | Bird flu, travel, immune kits, personal health | | Middle East & Foreign Policy | 25:12–37:16 | Rena Shah, Bolling | Saudi, China, Israel, Iran, Russia, Venezuela | | Domestic Left-wing Politics Critique | 37:16–46:15 | Bolling (solo) | Socialism, NYC, The View, border/military orders | | Listener Voicemails | 48:59–54:13 | Viewer callers | Immigration, Islam, Democratic politicians |
Tone & Takeaways
The show delivers blunt, combative commentary. Discussion is unapologetically right-wing, critical of the Biden administration, progressive cities, and left-wing politicians. Applause for Trump’s foreign diplomacy and pardons is matched by stark language around the “dangers” of socialism, immigration, and non-western influence on American society. Listeners are encouraged to remain vigilant and active, defending “American values” in an era the host frames as perilous but ripe for conservative victory.