Podcast Summary: Real America’s Voice – Bolling! (October 20, 2025)
Overview
On this episode of Bolling! from Real America’s Voice, host Eric Bolling covers a range of current events with an unapologetically conservative perspective. The show moves rapidly from surging financial markets and President Trump’s economic influence, to discussions on recent “No Kings” protests, debates about free speech and protest funding, concerns about security threats, and culminates in live coverage from the White House honoring Louisiana’s national champion college baseball teams. The episode features contributions and commentary from Donald Trump, Kerry Lake, John Jubilee, and special guests, all delivered with the trademark energy and candor of the RAV platform.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Market Highs and "Trump Economy"
- Stock Markets Surge: Eric Bolling opens with excitement over the Dow, S&P, NASDAQ, and Bitcoin all rallying, attributing market optimism to Trump-era policies.
- Quote (Eric Bolling, 00:04): "The Trump economy, also important, oil prices, $57 a barrel. That is spectacular."
- Gold and Crypto: Gold soars by $175/oz, Bitcoin approaches $111,000, which Bolling frames as wins for the American economy.
2. "No Kings" Protests and Political Theater
- Trump Responds to Protests (01:28): President Trump weighs in on weekend “No Kings” demonstrations, alleging that they are funded by George Soros and “radical left lunatics,” and describes participants as unrepresentative of America.
- Quote (Donald Trump, 01:28): "They're not representative of this country... Paid for. I guess it was paid for by Soros and other radical left lunatics."
- Kerry Lake’s Perspective (02:30): As acting CEO of the U.S. Agency for Global Media, Lake describes walking through protests in D.C., finding them underwhelming and alleging that many protesters are paid or manipulated by NGOs, referencing generational differences and “brainwashing.”
- Quote (Kerry Lake, 02:30): "There’s the rent a mob, the rent a rioter…through NGOs and other potentially Soros funded outlets."
- Bolling on Protesters' Authenticity (04:20): Discusses reports of protesters being hired, suggesting a lack of genuine activism and predicting the movement will fade without continued funding.
- Quote (Eric Bolling, 04:20): "They're not protesting things, beliefs, things that they believe in. They're being paid to do this."
3. Rhetoric, Free Speech, and Claims of Violence
- Polarizing Protest Signs: Lake and Bolling decry what they see as “vile” anti-Trump rhetoric, warning that it incites violence.
- Quote (Kerry Lake, 05:11): "When you’re pushing that kind of absolute negativity and lies…that really can incite violence…and they have not calmed down."
- Antifa and Free Speech: Bolling highlights a perceived irony: Antifa protesters, who claim to oppose fascism, allegedly employ fascist, even violent, tactics to silence Trump supporters.
- Quote (Eric Bolling, 06:11): "If you're speaking words that they don't agree with, now they kill you...That is fascism defined."
- Lake on Government Overreach: Draws a connection between “radical left” protests and governmental attempts to suppress free speech via pressure on private companies.
- Quote (Kerry Lake, 06:55): "It’s always opposite day when you get the radicals on the far left...Whatever they're saying...you can just go the opposite way."
4. Social Media Influence & Popularity
- Trump’s Meme Reach: Eric Bolling highlights the viral success of a Trump “king” meme on social platforms compared to anti-Trump content, claiming it reflects Trump’s popularity.
- Quote (Eric Bolling, 07:35): "Trump adviser Alex Bruskowicz posted a picture of Trump dressed as a king…10.5 million views...Democrats’ 14 ‘No Kings’ videos didn’t reach 2 million."
5. Security Threats Against Trump
- Real-World Dangers: Bolling and Lake discuss reports of a hunting stand with sightlines to Air Force One in Palm Beach; Lake urges utmost protection for the president.
- Quote (Kerry Lake, 09:32): "I'm very concerned that we make sure that we're protecting our president. It's vitally important..."
6. Battles in Government Employment & Courts
- Lake on Bureaucratic Hurdles: Kerry Lake explains her struggle to manage Voice of America due to a judge’s injunction, exacerbated by a government shutdown.
- Quote (Kerry Lake, 10:59): "District court judges think that they were the duly elected president…trying to take away [Trump’s] Article 2 powers."
7. LSU Baseball Champions Honored at the White House
(Primary Content, 20:54 onwards)
- President Trump Hosts Louisiana Baseball Teams: Live coverage from the White House celebrating the 2025 NCAA College World Series winners, the LSU Tigers, and NAIA national champions, LSU Shreveport Pilots.
- Trump's Remarks: Trump highlights both teams’ extraordinary achievements, individual player successes (notably MLB draft picks), and the significance of Louisiana’s role in college baseball.
- Quote (Donald Trump, 22:11): "I'm thrilled to welcome the 2025 NCAA College World Series champions…Two teams that were absolutely the top."
- Breaks down standout performances, dramatic moments, and character of the players and coaches.
- Herschel Walker’s Motivational Speech (35:28): Walker encourages players to carry perseverance from baseball into life.
- Quote (Herschel Walker, 35:42): "Things may get tough, but remember you can always get up, no matter what happens—continue to fight, fight, fight."
- Coaches' Insights: LSU Head Coach J. Johnson and LSU Shreveport Coach Brad Neffendorf share reflections on teamwork, resilience, and the culture of “tough and together” (Johnson) and “investment and impact” (Neffendorf).
- Quote (J. Johnson, 48:19): "Our mission…was tough and together…They were the best in the country at that."
- Quote (Brad Neffendorf, 50:29): "I've never seen a group turn over a word called investment…they impacted so many people..."
- Speaker Mike Johnson’s Tribute: Praises Trump’s leadership and the state of Louisiana’s culture of excellence.
- Quote (Mike Johnson, 45:34): "This president has…reduced taxes…solved the border crisis…resolving wars…and still takes time to recognize the leaders of the next generation."
8. Wellness Segment – Energized Health
- John Jubilee’s Advice: Discusses cellular dehydration as a root cause of illness and promotes personalized hydration/health assessment programs.
- Quote (John Jubilee, 16:19): "99% of all illness and disease is tied to one thing, which is inflammation…root cause…cellular dehydration."
9. Border Security Report
- Oscar Elblue Ramirez: Touches on an unprecedented cartel drone attack in Tijuana and concerns about cartel technology outpacing government controls.
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
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On protest funding:
"There's the rent a mob, the rent a rioter…through some of these NGOs and other potentially Soros funded outlets."
— Kerry Lake (02:30) -
On violence and rhetoric:
"When you’re pushing that kind of absolute negativity and lies…that really can incite violence."
— Kerry Lake (05:11) -
On antifa tactics:
"Fascism, and they call themselves anti fascism…They're using fascist tactics."
— Eric Bolling (06:11) -
On protecting the president:
"I'm very concerned that we make sure that we're protecting our president. It's vitally important…"
— Kerry Lake (09:32) -
On teamwork:
"Our mission…was tough and together…They were the best in the country at that."
— J. Johnson (48:19)
Important Segments & Timestamps
- Markets Update / Trump Economy: 00:04–01:28
- Trump on "No Kings" Protests: 01:28–02:19
- Kerry Lake on Protests/Brainwashing: 02:30–05:11
- Eric Bolling on Paid Protesters: 04:20–05:11
- Free Speech Debate / Antifa: 06:11–07:35
- Social Media Impact – Meme Warfare: 07:35–08:05
- Presidential Security Concerns: 09:15–10:39
- Kerry Lake on Federal Bureaucracy: 10:59–11:53
- White House Celebration of LSU Teams: 20:54–53:34
- Herschel Walker’s Message: 35:28–35:45
- Coach J. Johnson’s Reflection: 48:19–50:29
- Coach Neffendorf’s Reflection: 50:29–53:34
Tone & Style
- Consistently Brash and Patriotic: The tone is energetic, unapologetically pro-Trump, and deeply skeptical of left-wing movements, with a celebratory approach to economic news and American accomplishments in sports and industry.
- Camaraderie & Banter: Frequent mutual praise among guests and hosts, including playful asides during the sports celebration.
For Listeners Who Missed the Episode
This installment delivers a full plate of populist commentary: celebrating market highs tied to the Trump presidency, lambasting progressive protests as manufactured and incoherent, championing free speech from a conservative perspective, and showcasing real-time White House access honoring American athletic excellence. Those interested in the intersection of politics, media narratives, and culture from a MAGA point of view—and in hearing from conservative public figures and national champions—will find this episode engaging and representative of Real America’s Voice.